Kenya's economic landscape is diversifying beyond its traditional commercial capital, Nairobi, with regional cities like Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret emerging as specialized economic hubs.

• Nairobi generated 27.5% of Kenya’s Gross Value Added (GVA) in 2023, but its dominance is being challenged by other counties.
• The shift is driven by factors such as improved infrastructure, county-led investment promotion, and devolution, encouraging businesses to leverage distinct competitive advantages.
• Notable developments include Mombasa leveraging the Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone, Kisumu reviving trade on Lake Victoria, Nakuru capitalizing on industry and geothermal energy, and Eldoret emerging as the North Rift’s commercial capital.