Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA)

𝗛.𝗘. 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗥𝗨𝗧𝗢 𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧–𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗣–𝗞𝗘𝗣𝗦𝗔 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗚𝗘𝗡.𝗞𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗘𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗢𝗬𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗠𝗘

On July 24, 2026, at State House, H.E. Dr. William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya, launched the NextGen.Ke Youth Employment programme , a ground-breaking national youth employment initiative by the Government of Kenya and the UNDP Kenya in partnership with the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA).

Speaking on the Ksh 2 billion initiative, H.E. Dr. William Samoei Ruto said, “NextGen.Ke will accelerate youth economic transformation by connecting young people with meaningful work and practical skills. Additionally, the private sector must continue opening its , sharing its knowledge and the next generation of professionals. Together, we can build a stronger bridge between and , between promise and possibility,”
Read more: https://www.kepsa.or.ke/s/KXcT1W

Months of Grit, Innovation, and Unstoppable hustle come down to this afternoon. The KEPSA 3rd Annual SME Conference Award Ceremony is officially upon us, and the air is thick with anticipation.

Who took their business to the absolute next level this year? Who is walking away with the crown and who’s about to pull off the ultimate plot twist?

Don't wait for the recap on your feed, be the first to know - https://www.youtube.com/live/Ky17_T2fTKw?si=UpFeSnAyhkvueOWE

𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦
The morning session of the 3rd Annual KEPSA SME Conference, Awards & Exhibition set the tone for two days of conversations. The discussions underscored that MSMEs are the backbone of Kenya’s , driving jobs, innovation and growth.

Speakers highlighted that growth requires more than access to finance, it also depends on access to markets, , technology and partnerships. There was also a call for formalization to become a pathway to opportunity, supported by , taxation and that enable businesses to , while strengthening collaboration across , the private sector and ecosystem partners to build resilient enterprises.

Stay connected and continue engaging with us as we move into the next sessions, bringing more practical insights, , business clinics, exhibitions and conversations shaping the future of Kenya’s MSMEs.

🎥 Missed the morning session? Catch the livestream on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/k7BOEEHpn2o?feature=share


Capital FM Kenya Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Kenia KPMG East Africa Equity Bank Kenya

🚨 𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪!🚨
The 3rd 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗞𝗘𝗣𝗦𝗔 𝗦𝗠𝗘 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 & 𝗘𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 is officially underway and runs through 24 July 2026, bringing together , investors, , financial institutions, business leaders, development partners and enablers.

Under the theme “𝘽𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙪𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙡: 𝘽𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝘽𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙨,” the conference is bringing to the forefront critical conversations on access to , innovation, transformation, market access, resilience, policy and growth.

Over the two days, participants will engage in practical business clinics, masterclasses, exhibitions, networking and insightful discussions designed to equip MSMEs with the knowledge, connections and opportunities they need to grow and thrive.

Venue: All Saints Cathedral Auditorium, Kenyatta Avenue, Nairobi
🎥 Join us LIVE on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/k7BOEEHpn2o?feature=share

Follow the conversation and catch the highlights as we connect, collaborate and create impact for Kenya’s MSMEs!


Capital FM Kenya Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Kenia KPMG East Africa Equity Bank Kenya

3RD ANNUAL SME CONFERENCE, AWARDS & EXHIBITIONS Theme: Beyond Survival: Building Smart and Resilient Businesses

𝗞𝗘𝗣𝗦𝗔, 𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗘 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘

On 22 July 2026, leaders from the private sector, financial institutions, conservation organizations, government, and development partners gathered in Nairobi for the "De-Risking Investments by Investing in Nature" Forum, jointly organised by Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), Terrasos, Kenya Wildlife Conservancies Association, and EarthAcre, exploring how investing in nature can reduce business risk and unlock growth.

The event was graced by Carole Kariuki (CEO, KEPSA), Dr. John Wandaka (Ph.D) (Chair, KEPSA Environmental Sector Board), and Jane Ngige ( Agriculture Sector Network (ASNET)), alongside Mohanjeet Brar (EarthAcre), Juanita Lopez Pelaez (Terrasos), and KWCA's Gladys, Mercy, and Stanley. Dr. Kinyanjui J. Koimbori, PhD of KEPSA served as MC and panel moderator.

Carole Kariuki said investing in nature is now a strategic business imperative, not philanthropy, and highlighted Kenya's potential to lead in nature finance.

Christine Mwangi (BIOFIN - UNDP Biodiversity Finance Initiative) briefed participants on the TNFD framework for disclosing nature-related risks, followed by a panel with Owen Ombima (Safaricom PLC), Joseph Mathenge (Absa Bank Kenya Foundation), and Rose Mugo (Standard Chartered Bank) on mobilizing private capital for conservation.

Terrasos, KWCA, and EarthAcre showcased finance, community conservancy models, and tech-driven investment tools. The forum closed with a call for deeper collaboration to scale nature investment across Kenya and beyond.

📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dP9Pwwt8

3 Days To Go! ⏰

As tax authorities continue to increase scrutiny, organisations need proactive strategies to manage risk and maintain compliance.

Join this insightful session on practical approaches to addressing tax controversies, strengthening governance frameworks, and navigating economic substance requirements.

📅 24 July 2026 | 📍 Novotel Nairobi Westlands

🔗Register here: https://tinyurl.com/43bwz5rk

KPMG East Africa

𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗕𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗦𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗦; 𝗕𝗨𝗧 𝗦𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗕𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗢 𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬
Kenya's National BPO Policy recognizes that one of the country's greatest competitive advantages is its . Its ambition is to strengthen human capital, align training with industry needs and equip Kenyans with the needed to compete in a growing global market.

The National BPO Policy now provides a stronger national to build on these efforts; strengthening the talent pipeline, deepening industry partnerships and positioning Kenyan talent to access in global markets.

Read the National BPO Policy HERE 👉: https://lnkd.in/daW3yrzD

✅MWENDA; Beyond skills: Why Kenya must build a generation of digital problem solvers| Nation - https://nation.africa/kenya/brand-book/why-kenya-must-build-a-generation-of-digital-problem-solvers-5532770
✅KEPSA Unveils Roadmap to Help Kenyan SMEs Build Resilience at 2026 Conference| Capital FM Kenya- https://capitalfm.africa/kepsa-unveils-roadmap-to-help-kenyan-smes-build-resilience-at-2026-conference/
✅Carole Kariuki Joins Equity Bank Kenya’s Board; What It Signals for Women in Finance| Her Business -https://www.herbusiness.co.ke/carole-kariuki-joins-equity-banks-board-what-it-signals-for-women-in-finance/
✅MSEA leads training to boost women and youth led trade| Sacco Review Newspaper- https://saccoreview.co.ke/msea-leads-afcfta-training-to-boost-women-and-youth-led-trade/
✅KEPSA set to host third annual SME conference to boost business resilience| Sacco Review Newspaper-https://saccoreview.co.ke/kepsa-set-to-host-third-annual-sme-conference-to-boost-business-resilience/
✅KEPSA Unveils Roadmap to Help Kenyan SMEs Build Resilience at 2026 Conference| Wansom AI - https://www.wansom.ai/briefly/news/kepsa-unveils-roadmap-to-help-kenyan-smes-build-resilience-at-2026-conference-2026-07-20_10729500-00ba-4564-be4c-45b87abddfda
✅Kenya Private Sector Alliance plans third annual SME conference and exhibition| RADIO KAYA
✅KEPSA Annual Conference, Awards & Exhibition 2026 | Harrison Ngatia on Kenya's Business Future| Capital FM Kenya - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDgmNEU5pxo