Kenya, East Africa’s economic powerhouse and a hub for innovation and trade, is open for business. Join us for the Kenya Investment Forum, hosted on the sidelines of Invest Africa’s flagship Africa Debate in London as we explore and unlock investment opportunities in East Africa’s leading economy.
Invest Africa in partnership with the Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest), will be hosting an exclusive half-day forum showcasing Kenya’s dynamic investment landscape, from infrastructure and renewable energy to fintech and agribusiness. Engage directly with senior Kenyan government officials, business leaders, and industry experts to explore high-growth opportunities and learn about the latest reforms enhancing Kenya’s ease of doing business.
Why Attend?
Gain insights into Kenya’s economic trajectory and priority sectors
Network with key policymakers, investors, and corporate leaders
Discover sector-specific opportunities in breakout sessions
Strengthen UK-Kenya investment ties and explore partnership potential
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Kenya’s growth story.
Spaces are limited - secure your place today and connect with the future of investment in Africa!
2025 Programme
13:00 Registration & Refreshments
14:00 Welcome Remarks
Chantele Carrington, CEO, Invest Africa
14:05 Unlocking Kenya’s Investment Opportunities
Overview and insights on Kenya’s diverse investment opportunities and incentives for FDI
John Mwendwa, CEO, Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest)
14:15 Nairobi Railway City Project
Insights on investment opportunities related to Nairobi’s inner-city sustainable renewal to revitalize the underutilized and congested railway corridor within Nairobi’s Central Business
H.E. Davis Chirchir, Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport, Ministry of Roads and Transport, Republic of Kenya
Mr. Philip Mainga, Managing Director, MD Kenya Railways
Mr. Charles Hinga, Principal Secretary, State Department of Housing and Urban Development, Republic of Kenya
14:30 Arrival of Guest of Honour, H.E. William S. Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya
14:45 Opening Remarks
H.E Catherine Karemu, High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Republic of Kenya
14:50 Deal Signing
John Mwendwa, CEO, KenInvest
Daniel Mainda, CEO, Nairobi International Financial Centre (NIFCA)
Chantele Carrington, CEO, Invest Africa
15:00 Formal Remarks
H.E. Lee Kinyanjui, Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry, Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry, Republic of Kenya
15:05 Keynote Address
H.E. William S. Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya will deliver a keynote address highlighting Kenya economic development ambitions
15:30 Spotlight: Building Kenya’s Future: Sustainable Infrastructure & Smart Cities for Inclusive Growth
Visionary smart cities and resilient, climate-sensitive infrastructure can be among the greatest accelerators of sustainable development in Kenya. Among the world’s leading consultants, Sidara and its founding company Dar have pioneered smart urban development in Africa and beyond, delivering trendsetting smart cities in Kenya, across Africa, and globally. Leveraging the best in research and innovation, Dar’s smart city solutions have empowered public and private stakeholders to generate value for their communities, across sectors such as governance and the economy, utilities, living services, buildings, mobility and transportation infrastructure, and much more. In this presentation, Dar’s leading experts discuss how smart cities and robust ICT infrastructure may accelerate progress towards Kenya’s Vision 2030 and its Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), while building local capacity and driving green innovation and investment.
15:40 Panel: Mobilising Capital for Economic Growth in Energy & Infrastructure
Panel discussion on financing Kenya’s energy transition and off-grid opportunities, infrastructure development and broader industrial development, exploring options such as blended finance, ESG-aligned capital, PPPs, and diaspora investments etc.
H.E. James Opiyo Wandayi, EGH, Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum, Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, Republic of Kenya
Frank Mwiti, CEO, Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE)
DiIip Ratha, Economic Advisor, MIGA, The World Bank Group
Abdi Mohamed, CEO & MD, Absa Kenya
Eric Mwangi, Head of Growth, Encomm Power
Osaruyi Orobosa-Ogbeide, Deputy Director & Head, Project Development & Investment, Africa Finance Corporation (Moderator)
16:15 Panel: Next-Generation FinTech & Digital Infrastructure
Panel discussion on Kenya’s progress as Africa’s fintech and digital infrastructure capital as well its emergence as a global BPO and software development hub with insights on digital financial inclusion, mobile money, regulatory sandboxes, and cross-border expansion for Kenyan fintechs.
H.E. William Kabogo Gitau, Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications & The Digital Economy, Ministry of Information, Communications & The Digital Economy, Republic of Kenya
Daniel Mainda, CEO, Nairobi International Financial Centre (NIFCA)
Modupe Diyaolu, CEO and Co-Founder, MeCash
Charlie Robertson, Chief Economic Advisor, Equity Bank
Heike Hamgart, Managing Director, Sub-Saharan Africa, EBRD
Carole Kariuki, CEO, Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) (moderator)
16:45 Closing Remarks
John Mwendwa, CEO, Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest)
Chantele Carrington, CEO, Invest Africa
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