An estimated 4,000 people attended the two-day Kitui County Investors Sensitisation Forum, which took place on Thursday, March 13, and Friday, March 14, 2025. The event was held at the Kitui County Aggregation and Industrial Park (KCAIP), located in the Kanyonyoo Location of the Lower Yatta District in Kitui County.
Officially opened by Kitui County Governor, Dr. Julius Makau Malombe, on Thursday, March 13, the event’s theme was “Showcasing Kitui’s Investment Opportunities.” Governor Malombe, the event’s chief guest, also officially closed the forum on Friday, March 14, 2025.
The forum was organized by the Kitui County Government in partnership with several key stakeholders, including the Kenyan Government, KenInvest, the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), Univision DT Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited, the Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency, and Bestrock Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Limited, among others. The event drew attendees from various parts of Kenya, reflecting the growing interest in Kitui’s investment potential.
In his opening speech, Governor Malombe expressed his pleasure in welcoming attendees to the forum. He stated, “It is with great honor that I welcome you to the Kitui Investors Sensitisation Forum at the Kitui County Aggregation and Industrial Park (KCAIP) grounds, Kanyonyoo.”
He emphasized that the event’s purpose was to sensitize medium, small, and micro enterprises (SMEs), as well as investors, about the investment potential in Kitui County. The governor highlighted that the forum would showcase the county’s abundant resources and investment opportunities across its six economic and investment zones, as outlined in the Kitui Vision for Economic and Social Transformation (KVEST) blueprint. He expressed pride in sharing the county’s progress and initiatives, which he believes will create a thriving economic ecosystem.
Governor Malombe also shared details about the Kitui County Aggregation and Industrial Park, a significant project being constructed in partnership with the Kenyan Government. The park, which spans 1,500 acres, is under construction at an estimated cost of 500 million shillings, with each government contributing 250 million shillings to the project.
The governor emphasized Kitui’s untapped resources and favorable business environment, noting, “From vast deposits of coal, limestone, copper, iron ore, gypsum, graphite, and other minerals to extensive arable land suitable for agriculture, our county offers diverse investment opportunities.”
He further assured investors that his government is committed to creating an enabling environment by prioritizing infrastructure development in critical sectors like roads, energy, and water supply. He also highlighted the role of technology in streamlining processes and ensuring efficient service delivery.
In his conclusion, Governor Malombe invited investors to be part of Kitui’s growth story, stating, “I invite you to be part of our growth story by investing in our promising sectors and contributing to the shared prosperity of our people. Together, we can unlock the full potential of Kitui County and achieve sustainable development for generations to come.”
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Several dignitaries also addressed the forum, including Deputy Kitui County Governor Augustine Wambua Kanani, Kitui County Commissioner Kipchumba Ruto, and Kitui County Trade, Industry, Innovation, Small and Micro Enterprises, and Cooperatives Development Minister Rose Mawia Mutuku.
Additionally, the speech of Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Eric Ruto was read on his behalf by KNCCI Kitui County Chairman Alex Mwendwa Munyoki. Other speakers included County Environment, Forestry, Climate Change, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Richard John Mwendandu, County Finance, Economic Planning, and Revenue Management Minister Peter Mwikya Kilonzo, and County Health and Sanitation Minister Ruth Koki Mwanzia.
By Boniface Mulu.
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