Aiden Kiprop 
KAM launched the 2025 Manufacturing Priority Agenda (MPA).In attendance were Hon Lee Kinyanjui, Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry, and Dr Juma Mukhwana, PhD, CBS, PS State Department for Industry, among other industry leaders and stakeholders.
The MPA is an annual publication guiding the Association’s advocacy efforts towards enhancing manufacturing sector competitiveness. This year’s MPA is structured around four pillars: Global Competitiveness, Export-led Industrialization, Agriculture for Industry, and SME Development.
During his remarks, CS Hon. Lee Kinyanjui highlighted the need for collaborative solutions to longstanding barriers. “Energy costs remain a significant concern, and it is important to explore ways of making manufacturing more competitive. Additionally, we need to reassess multiple levies imposed at the county level to ease the cost burden on industries.
A balanced approach to taxation, one that considers long-term industrial growth, will be key to unlocking the sector’s full potential.”
KAM Board Chairperson, Jane Karuku reaffirmed KAM’s commitment to driving sustainable industrialization for national prosperity. “At KAM, our purpose is to create prosperity for the nation through sustainable industrialization.
This means advocating for policies that empower manufacturers, strengthen local industries, and create jobs. We also need to encourage our own consumption through Buy Kenya, Build Kenya.
The younger generation is already showing enthusiasm for locally made products, and we want to build on this momentum.”
KAM Chief Executive, Tobias Alando, MML, Bsc. emphasized the need for an enabling business environment. “A stable policy framework is critical for manufacturing growth. Predictable tax policies, improved export competitiveness, and targeted SME development will play a key role in ensuring that Kenya’s industrial base expands sustainably.”
The theme of the 2025 MPA is “Achieving Kenya’s prosperity through accelerated and sustainable manufacturing growth.”
