Kenya today reaffirmed its position as a leading investment destination during the 4th edition of the Kenya International Investment Conference (KIICO 2026), where 20 strategic investment deals worth USD 2.9 billion were signed across seven key sectors.

Kenya today reaffirmed its position as a leading investment destination during the 4th edition of the Kenya International Investment Conference (KIICO 2026), where 20 strategic investment deals worth USD 2.9 billion were signed across seven key sectors.

The conference, held in Nairobi, was officially opened by H.E. William Samoei Ruto and attended by H.E. Daniel Francisco Chapo, alongside Cabinet Secretaries, ambassadors, high commissioners, principal secretaries and global investors.

Held under the theme “Unlocking investment opportunities to drive Kenya’s transformation,” KIICO 2026 brought together stakeholders to explore investment opportunities across agriculture, manufacturing, ICT, Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), healthcare, energy and real estate. The investments will be implemented across 10 counties, reflecting a broad national impact.

Speaking during the opening, President Ruto emphasized Kenya’s growing appeal as a stable and competitive investment hub, stating: “At a time of global uncertainty, Kenya offers something increasingly rare: stability, predictability, openness and world-class opportunities.” He further noted that the deals signed are expected to create over 63,000 jobs, underscoring the government’s commitment to inclusive economic growth.

The President highlighted ongoing reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business, including tax incentives, digitalization of investment processes and strengthening institutional frameworks to support investors.

Cabinet Secretary for Investment, Trade and Industry, Hon. Lee Kinyanjui, noted that the conference continues to position Kenya as a premier investment hub. He emphasized the government’s collaborative approach, stating that “together, we can design solutions that meet investor goals while addressing national priorities such as job creation, energy and food security.”

KIICO 2026 marks a key milestone in Kenya’s broader investment agenda and is part of a three-day program that also includes the 2nd COMESA Investment Forum (CIF) and the Africa Green Industrialization Initiative (AGII) Forum.

We invite global investors and the business community to partner with Kenya in advancing its transformation agenda and unlocking shared prosperity. With a stable, predictable and investor-friendly environment, Kenya stands ready—safe, open and primed for business.