Preparations begin for Kenya’s participation in 2026th EAC MSME trade fair in Rwanda
Preparations for Kenya’s participation in the 26th East African Community (EAC) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Trade Fair have commenced in earnest following the commissioning of the multi-sectoral National Organising Committee by the Cabinet Secretary for Co-operatives and MSME Development, Wycliffe Oparanya. The trade fair is scheduled to take place in Kigali, Rwanda, from […] The…
Kenya is gearing up for its participation in the 26th East African Community (EAC) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Trade Fair, set to take place in Kigali, Rwanda from 30th October to 8th November 2026. The preparations, spearheaded by the National Organising Committee under the Cabinet Secretary for Co-operatives and MSME Development, Wycliffe Oparanya, aim to position Kenyan MSMEs strategically to secure business linkages, access new markets, and build sustainable partnerships across the region.
The EAC market, with a population of approximately 331 million people and a combined Gross Domestic Product of about USD 356 billion, presents a significant opportunity for Kenyan MSMEs to expand, enter regional value chains, and position themselves for global markets. The National Organising Committee will coordinate preparations across key areas including trade and market access, logistics, immigration and border facilitation, product development and standards, investment promotion, marketing, technology, private-sector engagement, and diplomatic relations.
Kenya will also host Kenya Day on 5th November 2026, showcasing the country’s MSMEs, investment opportunities, innovations, and national development priorities.
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