NAIROBI, Kenya—Feb 1, 2026— Senior officials and business leaders from the United States and Kenya have pledged to strengthen bilateral trade and build resilient supply chains during the U.S.–Kenya Critical Supply Chains Conference, hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce Kenya (AmCham Kenya) in partnership with the U.S. Embassy in Kenya.
The conference brought together government representatives, industry leaders, county officials, and supply chain experts to discuss practical pathways for enhancing investment and trade. Key focus areas included transport and trade systems, critical minerals, and creating an enabling business environment.
“The United States and Kenya share not only a common language, but a deep alignment of values and vision. We stand at the threshold of a new golden age, one defined by collaboration, investment, and shared prosperity.” U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said.
Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho highlighted Kenya’s readiness to attract investment, particularly in critical minerals, which he described as a major driver for economic diversification. “We share common values with the U.S.: accountability and transparency. We are ripe and ready for investment,” he said.
Angela Ng’ang’a, Board President of AmCham Kenya, emphasized the need for clear policies, predictable regulation, and strong government-private sector partnerships to position Kenya as a key player in global supply chains.
Conference participants identified opportunities for collaboration in infrastructure development, minerals processing, manufacturing, and technology transfer. Both AmCham Kenya and the U.S. Embassy pledged to facilitate ongoing dialogue and support policy frameworks to enable American and Kenyan businesses to develop reliable, sustainable supply chains
