By Magdalene Wanja - Reporter
Kenya, 9 June 2026 - The Kenya–Slovakia Business and Development Forum has marked a new chapter in bilateral economic engagement between the two countries, following high-level discussions in Nairobi.
In a statement by the Kenya Investment Authority, the forum brought together senior government officials, private sector leaders, development partners, and a 35-member Slovak business delegation representing key sectors including renewable energy, green technology, water management, engineering, cybersecurity, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure, and e-mobility.
The engagement was attended by Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife Hon. Rebecca Miano, Slovakia’s Minister of Foreign and European Affairs H.E. Juraj Blanár, and Invest Kenya Chairperson Mrs. Sally Mahihu, among other stakeholders. Discussions centered on strengthening economic cooperation, enhancing investment flows, and expanding opportunities for trade and innovation between the two countries.
A key milestone of the forum was the signing of a Mutual Cooperation Agreement between Invest Kenya and the Slovak Investment and Trade Development Agency (SARIO).
“The agreement establishes a structured framework for collaboration aimed at promoting investment opportunities, facilitating business linkages, and strengthening institutional cooperation between Kenya and Slovakia,” read part of the statement.
The Kenya Investment Authority further stated that the partnership marks an important step in advancing Kenya’s strategy to position itself as a leading investment destination in Africa. The Authority emphasised that such collaborations are instrumental in unlocking new capital inflows, supporting technology transfer, and accelerating sustainable economic transformation.
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The forum also featured business-to-business engagement sessions that enabled investors and companies from both countries to explore potential partnerships and identify viable investment opportunities. These interactions are expected to pave the way for long-term commercial collaborations and project development across priority sectors.
“The forum also provided a valuable platform for business-to-business engagement and dialogue, enabling stakeholders to explore partnerships and translate opportunities into tangible investments and long-term collaborations that support shared prosperity,” the statement added.
The Kenya Investment Authority reaffirmed its commitment to creating an enabling environment for both foreign and domestic investment through policy support, investor facilitation, and strategic international partnerships.
The Kenya–Slovakia Business and Development Forum forms part of a broader effort to strengthen Kenya’s global investment footprint and foster mutually beneficial economic relations that contribute to inclusive growth, job creation, and sustainable development.