Investments, Trade and Industry Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has unveiled a plan to enhance Kenya's manufacturing sector.
The plan aims to increase its contribution to the Gross Domestic Product to 15 per cent by 2027.
In a strategic gathering in Nairobi that convened leaders from State Corporations, Agencies, and Departments, the CS issued a clarion call for unified action and collaboration.
“The journey to economic prominence is built on hard work, creativity, and strict ethical practices," Miano stated
The plan intends to position the country as a global leader in industrial innovation and sustainable development.
Central to the vision is a collaborative strategy that seeks to harness synergy across the diverse sectors and agencies within the ministry's purview.
The State Department for Industry has set plans to elevate the manufacturing sector's contribution to the GDP from 7.6 per cent in 2023 to 10 per cent by 2024, to reach 20 per cent by 2030.
The growth strategy includes the establishment of 30 additional County Aggregation and Industrial Parks.
Industry PS Juma Mukhwana outlined the strategic necessities for refining trade policies and enhancing the investment atmosphere in Kenya.
He described the ministry's role as pivotal in creating a conducive environment for business prosperity and global competitiveness.
Miano emphasised the dual role of economic development and environmental stewardship, reflecting a commitment to sustainable growth.
The discourse also embraced the themes of sustainability and social responsibility, with a consensus on the importance of integrating these values into the core of business practices.
