Investing In Kenya
Kenya is a leading economy within the east African community. Together with Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi the EAC has a combined population of over 180 million people. The customs union protocol has been operational since 2005. The integration process is headed for a common market and common currency in 2012.Investing in Kenya therefore is opening up markets in the EAC and the Comesa of which is a member.
For more information on investing in Kenya see related websites:
Ministry of Trade and Industry
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Ministry of trade and industry functions include trade, investment and industrial development policies.Others include international trade, export promotion, quality control, fair trade and consumer protection.Find out more on their website:
Ministry of Trade and Industry website
Kenya Investment Authority
The Kenya Investment Authority (KIA) was established by the Government of Kenya through the Investment Promotion Centre Act 2004 with the mandate of promoting private investments in Kenya by both local and foreign investors.
Our aim is to provide dedicated assistance to foreign and local investors. Our services are free and include:
-Information on investing in Kenya.-Assistance in the identification of investment opportunities.
-Organisation of visits and meetings with public agencies and economic operators.
-Identification of joint venture partners.
-Assistance with site location and factory building.
-Intelligence with site location and factory building.
-Appraisal and approval of investment projects.
-Issue of investment certificates.
-Assistance in timely acquisition of necessary licenses, clearances and permits.
-Processing of applications for duty free import of machinery, equipment, raw materials and spare parts.
-Assistance in obtaining work and residence permits for foreign investors and expatriate staff.
Invest in Kenya your gateway to Africa
Export Processing Zone
Objectives of EPZ program.
- Attraction of new investment-Expansion & diversification of exports products and markets
-Employment creation
-Technology transfer & skills upgrading
-Linkage development through local resource utilization & foreign exchange earnings
Export Processing zones
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) was established by an Act of Parliament, Chapter 469 of the laws of Kenya , which became effective on 1st July 1995 .The Authority is charged with the responsibility of collecting revenue on behalf of the Government of Kenya.
Visit the Kenya Revenue Authorities
Other important links in this category
Export Promotion Center
Center for Business Information in Kenya Attorney General
Law Society of Kenya