Kihika Woos Investors With Affordable Land, Green Energy Push

By Suleiman Mbatiah

Nakuru County is leveraging affordable land tariffs to attract foreign investors, with fresh talks highlighting opportunities in agro-processing, energy, and industrial development zones.

Governor Susan Kihika said the county is positioning itself as a competitive investment destination by lowering entry costs and aligning incentives within its Special Economic Zones.

Today, the Governor held discussions with a delegation from the American-Chinese Society focused on scaling agro-processing of fruits and vegetables to tap into both local supply chains and export markets.

The American-Chinese Society (ACCS) is a non-profit, non-political organization established in August 2005 in California, composed of business elites and entrepreneurs from both the United States and China.

ACCS serves as a high-level bridge for business, cultural, and educational exchange between the United States, China, and Africa whose members include Chinese-American entrepreneurs, American business leaders, former government officials, and industry experts from various sectors.

The delegation led by ACCS President, Robert Sun showed strong interest in investment opportunities across key sectors like textiles, green energy, and value chains aligned with Kenya’s development goals.

The Governor outlined opportunities within the Naivasha Dry Port and Menengai Green Park, where infrastructure, access to geothermal power, and proximity to transport corridors are expected to reduce operational costs.

She emphasized that affordable land tariffs are complemented by reliable green energy and a skilled workforce, creating a conducive environment for investors seeking sustainable and cost-efficient industrial locations.

“We are deliberately making Nakuru attractive through affordable land, clean geothermal energy, and a ready workforce to ensure investors can establish and scale operations with ease,” she said.

The talks also explored waste-to-energy projects aimed at converting municipal waste into usable power, a move officials say could address urban waste challenges while generating renewable energy.

Emerging opportunities in eco-friendly textile production were highlighted, with the county seeking to align with global sustainability trends and rising demand for environmentally responsible manufacturing.