The Kenyan government is encouraging small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to leverage trade opportunities in the Horn of Africa, emphasizing regional integration as essential for economic growth.

• Principal Secretary for MSMEs Development Susan Mang’eni highlighted the untapped potential for cross-border trade and investment.
• The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is cited as a critical platform for supporting trade, particularly for youth and women.
• The forum, held on July 19–20, gathered policymakers and entrepreneurs to discuss fostering economic cooperation and introducing structured investment vehicles.