Ruto seeks to enhance cooperation with Japan in education, manufacturing, sports

President William Ruto used the TICAD-9 to advocate for enhanced cooperation with Japan in areas such as education, manufacturing, sports, and technology to strengthen economic resilience...

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President William Ruto attended the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD-9) in Yokohama, Japan, from August 20, 2025, to strengthen cooperation in education, manufacturing, sports, and technology. He highlighted Kenya’s 60-year partnership with Japan and emphasized investment opportunities.

Over 120 Japanese companies operate in Kenya, contributing to job creation and economic transformation.
TICAD-9, co-hosted by the Government of Japan, features over 190 Japanese exhibitors and representatives from approximately 49 African countries.
President Ruto sought to establish formal labor mobility frameworks with Japan, enabling more young Kenyans to work and train in Japan.