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Business
Nairobi MICE Industry Expansion Attracts Regional and International Conference Events
Nairobi's meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions industry grew substantially with venue capacity exceeding 45,000 simultaneous attendees. Regional headquarters for multinational organizations and African Union recognition positioned Nairobi as East Africa's premier MICE destination.
Kenya Tourism Sector Recovery Accelerates with International Visitor Numbers Exceeding Pre-COVID Levels
Kenya's tourism sector surpassed pre-COVID-19 visitor numbers in 2025, with international arrivals reaching 2.4 million tourists generating KSh 456 billion in revenue. Nairobi, Mombasa, and Masai Mara national park emerged as top destinations driving recovery.
Carrefour Kenya Expands to Naivasha and Nyeri Following Nairobi Success
Carrefour Kenya, operating 15 locations across Nairobi and Mombasa, announced expansion into secondary towns beginning with Naivasha and Nyeri. The hypermarket operator targets East African Community countries by 2027 with Kenya as the expansion base.
Naivas Supermarket Chain Targets 100 Stores Across Kenya by End of 2026
Naivas Limited announced aggressive expansion plans to reach 100 retail locations by December 2026, capitalizing on changing consumer preferences toward organized retail. Store openings target secondary towns and underserved urban areas across Kenya's regions.
Kenya Export Processing Zones Attract KSh 12.3 Billion in New Manufacturing Investment
Kenya's Export Processing Zones reported KSh 12.3 billion in new manufacturing investment during 2025-2026, with zone operators expanding capacity in Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu. Asian manufacturers dominate investment, targeting East African Community markets and African Continental Free Trade Agreement participation.
Kenya Logistics Sector Growth Accelerates with Modern Warehousing Investment
Kenya's logistics and warehousing sector demonstrated strong growth with warehouse construction exceeding 450,000 square meters in 2025-2026. Industrial real estate investment in Nairobi, Mombasa, and Nakuru reflects confidence in regional trade expansion and supply chain modernization.
Indian Business Community in Nairobi Expands Export Services and Trade Financing
Nairobi's Indian business community, numbering approximately 35,000 individuals, has significantly expanded export services and trade financing operations. Indian banks and financial institutions established regional headquarters in Westlands, positioning Kenya as a gateway to East African markets.
Chinese Investment in Kenya Infrastructure Projects Reaches KSh 847 Billion Mark
Chinese companies have invested nearly KSh 847 billion in Kenya's infrastructure sector since 2012, with active projects in transport, energy, and industrial parks. The Standard Gauge Railway remains the largest bilateral investment despite operational challenges and debt servicing concerns.
Kenya's SME Financing Crisis Deepens as Bank Lending Standards Tighten in 2026
Commercial banks reduced SME lending by 15% in the first half of 2026 as risk-averse policies and elevated interest rates deterred credit access. Small and medium enterprises across Nairobi and secondary towns reported difficulties securing working capital financing.