The 11th China Trade Week (CTW) Kenya returns to Nairobi from July 22–24, 2026, bringing together global manufacturers, construction professionals, technology providers, investors, distributors, policymakers, and business leaders for one of East Africa’s largest international trade and investment events.

Organized by MIE Events FZCO, the exhibition will be co-located with the 6th Africa Technology Show (AFTS), the 4th Africa Build Show Kenya (ABS), and the 3rd MEGAWATT Africa, creating a comprehensive B2B and B2G platform focused on construction, technology, manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and economic development.

Now in its 11th edition, China Trade Week Kenya has become one of East Africa’s leading international trade exhibitions, connecting global suppliers with buyers, distributors, investors, and government decision-makers throughout the region.

The 2026 event is expected to welcome:

• More than 8,000 trade visitors
• 200+ international exhibitors
• Over 100 industry speakers
• More than 1,000 B2B meetings
• Delegates representing 20+ countries

The event offers exceptional opportunities for business networking, strategic partnerships, product sourcing, and investment discussions across multiple industries.

China Trade Week Kenya comes at a time when Kenya continues to strengthen its position as one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies. With a projected GDP (PPP) of approximately US$419 billion by 2026, the country is benefiting from sustained infrastructure investment, expanding regional trade, and an increasingly attractive business environment.

Major development initiatives driving economic growth include:

• The US$25 billion LAPSSET Corridor Project
• The US$4.6 billion Northlands City mixed-use development
• KSh 15.1 billion in ICT investment
• A US$1.8 billion electronics market
• KSh 24.8 billion allocated to healthcare infrastructure

These investments continue to generate opportunities across construction, manufacturing, energy, logistics, healthcare, consumer products, and digital technologies.

The event enjoys strong government and industry support, including endorsements from:

• Kenya’s Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI)
• Invest Kenya
• The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy
• The Ministry of Energy & Petroleum
• The Republic of Kenya
• The International Trade Council as Honorary Partner

According to David Wang, Chairman of MIE Group, China Trade Week Kenya has spent more than a decade connecting international manufacturers with one of Africa’s fastest-growing markets, creating a platform where trade, innovation, investment, and technology come together to generate real business opportunities.

Visitors will have the opportunity to discover new products, meet global manufacturers, attend expert-led conferences, and build relationships with business leaders, investors, and government representatives from across Africa and beyond.

With dedicated exhibitions covering construction, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, and technology, China Trade Week Kenya 2026 continues to strengthen Nairobi’s role as a gateway to East African business growth and international investment.

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