- Ruto is seeking wider international markets for Kenyan agricultural and manufactured goods.
- The Moscow visit will target investment in agro-processing, energy and infrastructure.
- Kenya will also pursue partnerships in technology, agricultural inputs and digital innovation.
President William Ruto left for Moscow, Russia, on Tuesday evening to push for wider access to foreign markets for Kenyan goods and to court investors at the Third Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum, according to State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed.
In a statement issued on October 27, 2026, Mohamed said the trip is meant to advance Kenya’s economic and strategic interests. Expanding exports and drawing investment will be the main focus.
As the African Union (AU) champion on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Ruto will lobby for better market access for African tea, coffee, cut flowers, fresh produce and value added goods. He will also look for investors in agro processing, manufacturing, energy and infrastructure.
Beyond trade, the President will explore partnerships in artificial intelligence, digital innovation and technology transfer. These, the statement said, are expected to equip young people with emerging skills, support businesses and strengthen the country’s digital economy.
Talks in Moscow will also target affordable agricultural inputs, as Kenya seeks to reinforce its food security.
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At the Africa–Russia Business Roundtable, Ruto will present Kenya as a competitive investment destination and a gateway to African markets. He will promote joint ventures and commercial partnerships that, according to the statement, would strengthen local industries, create jobs and raise the value of Kenyan exports.
Africa’s wider agenda at the forum goes beyond commerce. African leaders will engage Russia on global peace, regional security challenges and the peaceful settlement of conflicts. They will also press for reforms in global governance and stronger African representation in international decision making.
In addition, the African group will advocate partnerships built on mutual respect and sovereign equality. It will argue for cooperation that supports the continent’s industrialisation, economic transformation and shared prosperity.
By Benedict Aoya
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