Kenya Investment Authority

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Overview

  • Act: Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) No. 8 of 1999
  • Formed: 1999
  • CEO: Florence Benta Were
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The Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) was established under the Investment Promotion Act No. 6 of 2004 to promote and facilitate investment in Kenya. Its mandate includes attracting both local and foreign investments, providing investor assistance, licensing, and offering aftercare services to ensure smooth project implementation. KenInvest also advocates for an improved business environment and advises the government on investment policy. Notable achievements include attracting significant FDI inflows, simplifying investment procedures, and establishing Kenya as a key investment hub in Africa through partnerships with global institutions like the UNDP and World Bank.

CEO: Florence Benta Were

Ms. Florence Benta Were is the Acting Managing Director of Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest). She has extensive experience in policy formulation, strategic planning, and public sector management. Previously, she served as a Principal Economist in the State Department for Economic Planning. She holds a Master’s and Bachelor’s in Economics from Kenyatta University.

Management Team

Florence Benta Were

Ag. Managing Director

Olivia Rachier

GM – Legal and Corporate Affairs

Guracha Adi

GM – Investor Services

Robert S. Bwire

GM- Research, Policy Advocacy & Planning (RPAP)

Pius K. Rotich

GM- Investment Promotion & Business Development Services

Bornface Odero

GM Finance & Administration

Board Members

Sally Njambi Mahihu

Chairperson

Geraldine Kyalo

Alt Member/The National Treasury

Timothy W. Mwangi

Alt Member/Ministry – State Department for Lands and Physical Planning

Reuben Ngeno

Alt Member/State Department for Investment Promotion

Richard Igero Ometu

CEO EPZA

Rebecca Kimeto

Member

Dr.Ruth Bosire

Alt Member/State Department for Agriculture

Floice Makabana

Ag. CEO KEPROBA

James Muoki Mulatya

Alt Member/Office of the Deputy President

Peter Maina Gachunga

Member

Dickson Karukwa Murira

Alt Member/Office of the Cabinet Secretary

Col (Rtd) Khalif Aden Shabell

Member

David Wamahiu Kiboi

Alt Member/State Department for Economic Planning

Khadija Wanjiru Mustafa

Member

Florence Mukami Wangui

Member

Theresa Jepkemei Chepkwony

Member

Functions

  • Promote Investments: Attract and promote local and foreign investments in Kenya.
  • Facilitate Investment Procedures: Assist investors with licensing and registration.
  • Provide Investment Information: Offer up-to-date information on investment opportunities and incentives.
  • Policy Advocacy: Advise the government on policy reforms to improve the investment climate.
  • Investor Aftercare: Support investors post-establishment to ensure successful project implementation.
  • Partnership Building: Foster collaboration between local and international investors.
  • Market Kenya: Promote Kenya as a prime investment destination globally.
  • Regulatory Guidance: Help investors navigate regulatory requirements.
  • Support SMEs: Provide tailored assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises.
  • Monitor Investments: Track and evaluate the impact of investment projects on the economy.

Important Links

Address & Contacts

  • UAP Old Mutual Tower, 15th Floor, Upper Hill Rd, Nairobi
  • P.O. Box 55704 – 00200 City Square Nairobi, Kenya
  • 254 (730) 104-200
  • 254 (730) 104-210
  • inquire@invest.go.ke