The much-anticipated Kitui County Investor Sensitization Forum is set to take place this Thursday, marking a major milestone in the county’s quest to attract local and international investments. The two-day event, which serves as a precursor to the upcoming International Investment Forum, will expose Kitui’s vast economic potential to the world, positioning it as a strategic investment hub.
In a press briefing today, Kitui County Trade, Industry, MSMEs, Innovation & Cooperatives CECM Ms. Rose Mutuku confirmed that all preparations are in place for the grand event, with Governor (Name) expected to lay the foundation stone for six newly designated economic zones. This move signals Kitui’s bold step toward economic transformation through strategic investments.
The Six Economic Zones: Unlocking Kitui’s Potential
The county government has identified six priority economic zones, each tailored to key industries that leverage Kitui’s natural resources, skilled workforce, and strategic location:
- Agro-Industrial Hub – Designed to attract agribusiness investors in food processing, value addition, and exports, with companies like Kenchic already showing interest in the region’s poultry and agribusiness sector.
- Mining & Mineral Processing Zone – With Kitui’s vast deposits of limestone, coal, and other minerals, this zone will focus on extraction, refining, and manufacturing, presenting lucrative opportunities for investors in cement production and energy.
- Textile & Apparel Zone – Aiming to revive the textile industry by promoting cotton farming and garment manufacturing, creating jobs and boosting the local economy.
- Renewable Energy & Green Technology Hub – With a global shift toward sustainability, Kitui is offering investment incentives for solar farms, wind energy, and biomass processing plants.
- Logistics & Trade Zone – Positioned along key transport corridors, this zone will establish Kitui as a regional trade hub, integrating wholesale markets, warehouses, and modern transport networks.
- Tourism & Hospitality Development Zone – Leveraging Kitui’s rich cultural heritage and scenic landscapes, this zone will promote eco-tourism, safari lodges, and adventure tourism investments.
Major Companies Set to Attend
The forum has attracted some of Kenya’s biggest companies, including Kenchic, as well as key players in manufacturing, agribusiness, and logistics. The event will bring together investors, industry leaders, policymakers, and international delegations, all keen on exploring Kitui’s untapped opportunities.
Kitui’s Moment on the Global Stage
With the Sensitization Investor Forum paving the way, Kitui is set to host an International Investment Forum in the coming months, further elevating its status as a premier investment destination. The county government has pledged to provide investor-friendly policies, streamlined licensing, and infrastructure development to attract and retain businesses.
Governor Dr Julius Malombe reaffirmed the county’s commitment:
“Kitui is ready for investment. We are building an ecosysteJum where investors can thrive while creating jobs and economic empowerment for our people. This forum is just the beginning.”
As Kitui rolls out the red carpet for investors, all eyes are on the county as it takes center stage in Kenya’s economic growth agenda.
