Kenya is set to intensify its global investment outreach, signaling a new era of economic diplomacy focused on trade, infrastructure, and inclusive growth. President William Ruto made this announcement during the Kenya Investment Forum held in London on Tuesday, on the sidelines of the Africa Debate.
Addressing delegates at The Law Society, President Ruto underscored Kenya’s commitment to showcasing its investment potential with purpose, confidence, and resolve. He highlighted that the country aims to position itself at the heart of emerging global trade dynamics and economic shifts.
“Kenya will be a central player in shaping and benefiting from the new global trade patterns,” Ruto said. He emphasized that this push would unlock prosperity by broadening economic opportunities and generating inclusive growth.
The President pointed to strategic sectors ripe for investment including infrastructure, digital services, clean energy, and agro-industrial value chains. He stated that the investment forum serves as a gateway to increasing trade by attracting export-oriented investments.
Despite global challenges such as escalating tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain disruptions, Ruto maintained that Kenya’s economy remains resilient. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to continuously improve the investment climate through digitisation, process re-engineering, and legal reforms.
Later in the day, President Ruto toured King’s Cross Railway Station, a major UK transport hub. He said Kenya was learning from the UK’s successful railway system to build a modern rail network tailored for the country’s growing needs.
“A new railway system will transform Kenya’s public transport by improving access to economic resources, healthcare, and education,” Ruto explained.
Earlier, during a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street, the President disclosed that financing arrangements for the Nairobi Railway City Project were nearing completion. This flagship project is expected to revolutionize urban mobility in Nairobi and support Kenya’s wider vision for smart infrastructure development.
President Ruto’s London visit signals Kenya’s renewed push for global partnerships that align with its Vision 2030 agenda and the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.
