President Uhuru Kenyatta’s United Kingdom tour has borne fruits after he secured investment deals worth more than Sh170 billion (£1.3 billion).
Confirming the investment deals, British High Commissioner Jane Marriot said that her government is ready to work with Kenya for the betterment of the economy in the coming years. She noted that the funds will be pumped into different sectors including entrepreneurship, finance, housing and renewables.
The deals are a big boost to President Kenyatta as he seeks to achieve the Big Four Agenda before he completes his tenure in office. Marriot said that the UK is committed to strengthening the bilateral ties between the two nations. She also said that it is the desire of the UK government to see Kenya flourishing in various sectors.
“We believe that a strong, diverse, accountable private sector is key to unlocking Kenya’s economic potential and creating the jobs and opportunities Kenyans tell us they want and that UK businesses can generate," she said.
President Kenyatta, who has expressed his desire to improve the economy of this nation, joined other leaders from Africa during the tour. More than 21 countries were represented during the summit. Uhuru was accompanied by several government officials including National Treasury Cabinet Secretary Ukur Yatani.