Rwanda: More Kenyan Firms Eye Rwandan Market

20 November 2013

A delegation of 75 Kenyan businesses is in the country to assess the business environment with a view to scaling up investments. Heads of companies from construction, agribusiness, manufacturing, real estates, education services, energy sector and export industry, among others, are currently exploring viability of their business in the country.

Samuel Kirubi, the managing director of Equity Bank and head of the delegation, said the investors have not only been attracted by the conducive business environment in the country, but also the need to take full advantage of the recently signed Tripartite agreement between Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda. "Rwanda has become a popular destination for investment on the continent. This is a great opportunity for Kenyans," Kirubi said.

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