Regina Ombam chairs planning for KIICO investment forum

Kenya is hyping a big investment meetup, herding ministries, chasing billions, and flexing regional clout.

KIICO 2026 planning goes full government mode

• Regina Ombam chaired an inter-ministerial planning session in Nairobi.
• Pushed for tighter coordination across agencies and partners.
• Framed the conference as a global investment pitch.
• Stressed readiness, alignment, and clean execution.

Money targets and sector focus

• John Mwendwa said preparations are tracking as planned.
• Pitched the forum as an investment-mobilization machine.
• Targeted agriculture, manufacturing, renewable energy, and ICT deals.
• Aimed to convert investor interest into real projects.

Regional play with the COMESA angle

• COMESA Business Forum joins the conference lineup.
• Boosted cross-border trade and regional investment links.
• Positioned Kenya as a gateway to the COMESA bloc.
• Elevated the event’s regional weight.