NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya’s investment potential took centre stage this morning at the Kenya–Brazil Economic Cooperation Forum, where government officials engaged with leading Brazilian business executives to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties.
The forum saw John Mwendwa, CEO of Invest Kenya, representing the Principal Secretary of the State Department for Investment Promotion, alongside PS Hassan and Regina Ombam, Principal Secretary of the State Department of Trade.
The delegation engaged with 30 Brazilian private companies and sector leaders, highlighting Kenya’s strategic advantages, economic fundamentals, and regional market access.
“The discussions today underscore Kenya’s readiness to translate investor interest into concrete projects,” said Mwendwa.
He emphasised Invest Kenya’s pivotal role in facilitating investments and ensuring a smooth process for foreign investors.
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The forum attracted high-level participation from both countries. Among the attendees were Jorge Viana, President of ApexBrasil; Daniella Araujo, Chargé d’Affaires at the Brazilian Embassy in Nairobi; Ambassador Alex Giacomelli, Director of the Department of Trade Promotion, Investment and Agriculture at Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Floice Mukabana, CEO of the Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency.
Their presence signalled a strong commitment to deepening economic cooperation between Kenya and Brazil.
The discussions also positioned the upcoming Kenya International Investment Conference (KIICO) 2026 as a premier platform for converting dialogue into tangible investment outcomes, particularly in sectors such as agriculture, renewable energy, manufacturing, and technology.
“This forum is a concrete step toward expanding bilateral trade, attracting new investments, and creating employment opportunities for Kenyans,” said Ombam.
The Kenya–Brazil Economic Cooperation Forum forms part of Kenya’s broader strategy to strengthen international partnerships, enhance trade flows, and showcase the country as a reliable investment destination in Africa.
