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Most business executives in Kenya expect a stable economy after the August 9 general elections
  • KEPSA, Kenya’s private sector lobby, tables economic manifesto to spur jobs and wealth creation.
  • The proposal seeks to deepen social transformation, bridge inequalities and enhance governance.
  • The lobby group is also keen on investing in cutting-edge innovation and competitive human capital capabilities.

Kenya’s private sector plans to channel investments equivalent to 32 percent of the GDP each year, into key productive industries. The plan, which will be implemented in the next five years targets agribusiness, manufacturing, energy, financial services and infrastructure development.

According to the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) Chairperson Flora Mutahi, the initiative will spur business growth and create jobs.

A globally-competitive country

Ms Mutahi spoke when KEPSA hosted the Senate Liaison Committee Roundtable in Mombasa, bringing together the business community and the Legislators. The Committee is Chaired by the Deputy Speaker of the Senate Kathuri Murungi.

The forum sought to establish a partnership between KEPSA and the …