The 11th China Trade Week (CTW) Kenya will take place from 22–24 July 2026 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Nairobi, Kenya, bringing together manufacturers, technology providers, investors, distributors, buyers, policymakers, and industry leaders from around the world. Organized by MIE Events FZCO, the exhibition will be co-located with the 6th Africa Technology Show (AFTS), 4th Africa Build Show Kenya (ABS), and 3rd MEGAWATT Africa, creating one of East Africa’s largest multi-sector B2B and B2G platforms focused on trade, investment, technology, construction, manufacturing, and energy.
Now in its 11th edition, China Trade Week Kenya has established itself as one of East Africa’s leading international trade exhibitions, serving as a strategic gateway that connects global suppliers with buyers, distributors, investors, policymakers, and key decision-makers across the region. The 2026 edition is expected to welcome over 8,000 trade visitors, 200+ exhibitors, 100+ speakers, facilitate 1,000 B2B meetings, and attract participants from more than 20 countries, creating outstanding opportunities for networking, partnerships, and international business expansion.
The event comes at a time when Kenya continues to strengthen its position as one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies. The country’s GDP (PPP) is projected to reach approximately US$419 billion by 2026, supported by sustained economic growth, infrastructure development, expanding regional trade, and an increasingly favorable investment climate.
Kenya’s economic momentum is being driven by major national development initiatives, including the US$25 billion LAPSSET Corridor project, the US$4.6 billion Northlands City mixed-use development, KSh 15.1 billion allocated to ICT initiatives, a US$1.8 billion electronics market, and KSh 24.8 billion invested in healthcare infrastructure. These strategic investments continue to unlock opportunities across manufacturing, technology, construction, energy, healthcare, consumer goods, logistics, and infrastructure, reinforcing Kenya’s role as a gateway to East African markets.
David Wang, Chairman of MIE Group, stated: “For over a decade, China Trade Week Kenya has connected the world’s manufacturers with one of Africa’s fastest-growing markets, creating one platform where trade, technology, innovation, and investment meet, and where real business gets done. Kenya is not an emerging opportunity; it is a present one.”
Official Endorsements
- China Trade Week Kenya is endorsed by the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI) and Invest Kenya.
- Africa Technology Show is endorsed by the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy.
- MEGAWATT Africa is endorsed by the Ministry of Energy & Petroleum, State Department of Energy, Kenya.
- The event is held under the Patronage of the Republic of Kenya.
- International Trade Council serves as the Honorary Partner.
Why Attend
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet global manufacturers and suppliers, discover innovative products and technologies, attend industry-focused conferences, participate in business matchmaking sessions, and connect directly with business leaders, investors, and government stakeholders from across Africa and beyond.
Media Partners
Supporting media partners include Africa Mining & Engineering Review, Afrique Media, AlCircle Pte Ltd, Asian Aussie Business, Construction Links Network, Engineering Post, Gazet International, International Business Africa, International Business Magazine, MidEast Info, NegoSentro, Plant & Equipment, Red Bus Digital Ventures, Start Up News, The Business Year, The Executive Chronicles, The Technology News PH, Trade Travel Journal, World Business Outlook, and World Executive Digest.
About MIE Group
Celebrating 25 years of excellence, MIE Group, founded in 2000, is a global leader in exhibitions, international trade, and consulting. With 15 offices across the UAE, China, Africa, Saudi Arabia, and the United States, MIE has helped more than 120,000 international trading companies expand into the Middle East and Africa through its exhibitions and business platforms, continuing to promote global trade, investment, and business growth.
Co-Organized By
- China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Jiangsu Sub-Council
- Global Exhibitions Inc. (GEX)
For More Information
Sweta Tripathi
Senior Conference Producer, MIE Events FZCO
Email: sweta.t@mieevents.com
Tel: +971 4 425 3337 ext. 254
Noel Puno
Director – Exhibitions and Projects
Tel: +971 4 427 3337 Ext. 212
Mobile: +971 50 269 7037
Email: noel.puno@mieevents.com
Websites
MIE Events: www.mieevents.com
China Trade Week Kenya: www.ctwkenya.com
Africa Technology Show: www.africatechshow.com
Africa Build Show Kenya: https://kenya.africabuildshow.com
MEGAWATT Africa: https://kenya.africabuildshow.com/megawatt
