On September 3, 2026, the 9th Kenya International Industrial Exhibition opened as scheduled in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. More than 200 exhibitors gathered together, with on-site demonstrations of laser engraving machines, electric bicycle test rides, and hot negotiations for metal cutting equipment. Kenyan officials made it clear at the opening ceremony that cooperation with China is helping upgrade the country's manufacturing industry and benefiting ordinary people. This exhibition is not only a product showcase, but also a microcosm of the connection between the Chinese and Kenyan industries.

Officials call on Chinese enterprises to invest in building factories

Kenyan Investment Authority official Pius Rotich stated at the opening ceremony that China is an important development partner of Kenya, and the Kenyan government is creating a favorable investment environment to support enterprise development. He hopes that Chinese companies and investors will invest and build factories in Kenya. He emphasized that this will help Kenyan local manufacturers upgrade and grow, while creating employment and improving people's livelihoods. Joseph Mutawi Kidu, the head of the Kenyan National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stated that Kenya is introducing Chinese manufacturing to make it easier for products to reach the market, while reducing finished product prices to benefit more people.

Chinese equipment is highly recognized by the local market

Kenyan businessman Muhammed Swelhe, who participated in the exhibition, was looking for machines to cut metal bars. He told reporters that Kenyan factories widely use Chinese equipment, which is very advanced in the fields he is familiar with, such as cement manufacturing and metal cutting. At the exhibition site, Chinese companies' laser engraving machines, electric bicycles and other products attracted many visitors to stop and experience. New energy vehicle manufacturers also showcased their new products, showcasing the new achievements of Chinese manufacturing in the field of green transportation. Keywords: the Belt and Road News Network, International, Manufacturing

Exhibition builds a bridge for industry integration

This exhibition will last for three days, with over 200 exhibitors covering manufacturers of laser engraving and laser cutting machinery, as well as new energy vehicle manufacturers. The exhibition has provided a direct platform for Kenyan manufacturers to connect with Chinese equipment suppliers. From advanced manufacturing equipment to new energy products, Chinese companies are meeting Kenya's industrialization needs with diversified supply. China Kenya cooperation is extending from trade exchanges to capacity cooperation, helping to upgrade Kenya's manufacturing industry and providing tangible support for creating employment and improving people's livelihoods in the local area.Editor/Gao Xue