NAIROBI, Kenya – Over 500 delegates from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are set to gather in Naivasha for a pivotal trade forum aimed at bolstering regional commerce.
Organized by Business Networking International (BNI) East Africa, the event promises to bring together leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals to exchange insights and forge strategic connections.
Scheduled for August 16, the forum will serve as a platform to enhance inter-country trade by fostering meaningful business relationships among delegates from the three nations.
“The BNI Convention provides an invaluable setting where industry leaders can collaborate, share industry trends, and explore new avenues for growth. Networking is a powerful tool in increasing inter-country trade. By connecting business professionals from different countries, we create opportunities for collaboration and mutual growth that transcend borders,” Elizaphan Muraguri, BNI National Director, highlighted the significance of the convention.
The convention will feature a series of interactive workshops, panel discussions, and networking sessions, all designed to empower participants with actionable insights and innovative approaches to business networking.
These sessions aim to equip attendees with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate and thrive in the competitive business landscape.
BNI, recognized as the world’s largest business networking and referral organization, operates within a global framework spanning 76 countries with 327,000 members across 11,172 chapters.
This extensive network provides a structured environment for professionals to enhance their business through word-of-mouth marketing.
In Kenya, BNI has been active for 14 years, with 537 members across 15 chapters. Last year, Kenyan members passed over 30,000 referrals, generating more than US$14 million in business.
Similarly, Uganda’s BNI network, consisting of 358 members in 8 chapters, facilitated over US$12 million in business through member referrals.
The Naivasha forum is expected to further strengthen these networks, encouraging cross-border collaborations that can lead to significant economic growth in the region.
