London, UK – Kenya is ready to project itself confidently on the global stage as a premier destination for investment, President William Ruto said on Tuesday while addressing investors and business leaders at the Kenya Investment Forum in London.
Held at The Law Society and hosted on the sidelines of the Africa Debate, the high-level forum explored Kenya’s strategic investment opportunities in key sectors such as infrastructure, digital services, clean energy, and agro-industrial value chains.
“Kenya will move forward with purpose, confidence and resolve in showcasing its investment opportunities to the world,” President Ruto affirmed.
He underscored Kenya’s strategic positioning amid shifting global trade patterns, saying the country will be “at the centre of the new trade dynamics,” leveraging these trends to unlock inclusive economic growth and national prosperity.
Despite global economic disruptions—including rising tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain instability—President Ruto noted that Kenya’s economy has remained resilient.
“We are committed to routinely improving our investment climate and business environment through digitisation, process re-engineering and legislative reforms,” he said.
The forum, which brought together investors, policymakers, and thought leaders, focused on attracting export-oriented investments that can drive trade expansion and sustainable development.
Later in the day, President Ruto toured London’s iconic King’s Cross Railway Station. He said the visit was aimed at learning from the UK’s advanced transport infrastructure to support Kenya’s goal of modernising its railway network.
“We are drawing lessons from the UK’s successful system to deliver a modern railway fit for Kenya,” President Ruto stated.
The proposed modern railway, he added, will play a pivotal role in connecting Kenyans to vital services and resources, catalysing access to healthcare, education, and job opportunities.
Earlier, during a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street, President Ruto disclosed that the financing arrangements for the ambitious Nairobi Railway City Project are nearing completion.
The landmark infrastructure project is expected to transform Nairobi into a modern transit-oriented city, significantly enhancing urban mobility and boosting Kenya’s role as an East African commercial hub.
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