Kenya will welcome two of the region’s premier international business exhibitions as the 11th China Trade Week (CTW) Kenya and the 6th Africa Technology Show (AFTS) take place from 22–24 July 2026 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi.
Organised by MIE Events, the co-located exhibitions will bring together manufacturers, technology providers, investors, distributors, government representatives, and business leaders from around the world, creating a powerful platform for trade, investment, innovation, and networking across Africa.
China Trade Week Kenya: Connecting Global Suppliers with African Markets
Now in its 11th edition, CTW Kenya has established itself as one of East Africa’s leading trade exhibitions, connecting international suppliers with buyers, distributors, retailers, and decision-makers from across the region. The event serves as a gateway for companies seeking to expand into African markets while helping local businesses discover new products, technologies, and strategic partnerships.
CTW Kenya is endorsed by key Kenyan government institutions, including Invest Kenya, the country’s investment promotion agency, and the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI), which drives industrialisation and trade competitiveness. These endorsements highlight the exhibition’s role in strengthening trade relations and creating new business opportunities.
Africa Technology Show: Driving Digital Transformation
Running alongside CTW Kenya, the 6th Africa Technology Show will showcase innovations shaping Africa’s digital future. The event brings together technology providers, innovators, investors, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to explore emerging trends, foster collaboration, and accelerate digital transformation across the continent.
AFTS is endorsed by the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy (ICT), which leads Kenya’s digital transformation agenda and promotes innovation, connectivity, and digital inclusion nationwide.
Partners, Powering Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The 2026 editions are further strengthened by strategic partnerships that bring startup innovation and entrepreneurial development to the exhibition floor.
Startup World Cup, organised by Pegasus Tech Ventures in Silicon Valley, is one of the world’s largest startup competitions, connecting founders with a global investor network and the opportunity to compete at the Grand Finale in Silicon Valley. Its participation introduces high-growth startups, venture capital, and innovation-driven opportunities to the event ecosystem.
E4Impact, an international foundation dedicated to advancing impact entrepreneurship through its Global MBA programme and pan-African university network, contributes a pipeline of purpose-driven entrepreneurs committed to sustainable economic growth and social impact.
Supported by the International Trade Council as the Honorary Supporting Partner, the event is further strengthened by an extensive network of media and strategic partners, including Afrique Media, Africa Mining and Engineering Review, Asian Aussie Business, E4Impact Foundation, Engineering Post, Gazet International, International Business Africa, International Business Magazine, MidEast Info, NegoSentro, Pegasus (Startup World Cup), 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. Together, these partners help amplify the event’s reach, foster industry engagement, and connect exhibitors and visitors with valuable business, investment, technology, and entrepreneurship opportunities across Africa and beyond.
Why Attend?
Visitors will have the opportunity to:
- Meet international manufacturers and technology providers
- Discover innovative products, services, and solutions
- Network with industry leaders, investors, and government representatives
- Explore new trade and investment opportunities
- Gain valuable market insights and industry knowledge
Why Exhibit?
Exhibitors can benefit from:
- Direct access to qualified buyers and decision-makers
- Increased visibility across East Africa’s growing markets
- Opportunities to generate leads and establish strategic partnerships
- Exposure to investors, industry stakeholders, and policymakers
The co-location of the 11th China Trade Week Kenya and the 6th Africa Technology Show creates a unique platform where trade and technology converge, reinforcing Kenya’s position as a leading hub for commerce, innovation, and investment in Africa.
Join us in Nairobi from 22–24 July 2026 and be part of the partnerships, innovations, and opportunities shaping the future of business across the continent.
For More Information
- CTW Kenya: China Trade Week Kenya
- Africa Technology Show: Africa Technology Show
