Kenya to Forge Ahead with Confidence in Showcasing Investment Potential — President Ruto
By PCS
Kenya will move forward with purpose, confidence and resolve in featuring its investment opportunities to the world.
President William Ruto said the country will also be at the centre of the global shifts that has birthed new and more trade patterns.
He noted that the move will broaden economic opportunities, generate inclusive growth and unlock Kenya’s prosperity.
President Ruto spoke on Tuesday at the Kenya Investment Forum at The Law Society in London.
Hosted on the sidelines of the Africa Debate, the Forum discussed investment opportunities in Kenya.
They include infrastructure, digital services, clean energy and agro-industrial value chains.
He said the investment forum is a chance to grow trade by attracting investments aimed at exports.
The President observed that despite global headwinds such as escalating tariffs, geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions, Kenya’s economy continues to be resilient.
“We are committed to routinely improving our investment climate and business environment through digitisation, process re-engineering and legislative reforms.”
Later, President Ruto toured the King’s Cross Railway Station, a core travel hub in the United Kingdom, in the heart of London.
“We are drawing lessons from the UK’s successful system to delivering a modern railway fit for Kenya,” he explained.
He noted that the new railway system will transform the country’s public transport.
“It will accelerate access to resources, economic opportunities and crucial services such as healthcare and education,” the President explained.
Earlier on with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer at the 10 Downing Street, President Ruto revealed to that the financing of the Nairobi Railway City Project was being finalised.
