Kenyan business delegation exploring Estonia's tech sector

TALLINN - A Kenyan business delegation is visiting Estonia from Feb. 17 to 25 to learn about the country's innovation, technology, and financial sectors and discuss potential cooperation between the two countries and their businesses.

During the visit, the delegation is to meet with Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, sign a cooperation agreement between the Estonian and Kenyan chambers of commerce and industry, participate in seminars and business meetings, and visit companies, research centers, and business parks.

The delegation includes representatives from Kenya's leading companies and organizations, such as the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, as well as technology firms and investors. The visitors have shown particular interest in Estonia's e-governance, financial technology, and startup ecosystem.

"Estonia's digital expertise and innovative spirit are valuable to Kenya, and this visit will further strengthen our growing economic ties. Despite the geographical distance, this visit will help create meaningful connections and opportunities for businesses in both countries," Mait Palts, director general of the Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said.

The visit officially starts on Feb. 17 in Tallinn with a business seminar introducing Estonia's digital economy, fintech solutions, and the e-Residency program. The seminar features presentations from representatives of Estonian Business and Innovation Agency, the Estonian Association of Information Technology and Telecommunications (ITL), Finance Estonia, the Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

On Tuesday, Kenyan business leaders will engage in direct meetings with Estonian entrepreneurs to learn about different industries. The delegation will also visit the Tallinn Strategy Center and city government to see how the city supports business development, collaborates with incubators, and manages funding for private-sector innovations.

On Feb. 19, the Estonian and Kenyan chambers of commerce and industry will sign a cooperation agreement, followed by business meetings with Estonian entrepreneurs. In the afternoon, the delegation will visit several Estonian companies to get acquainted with the country's innovation and technology sector.

Feb. 20 will focus on financing opportunities and development cooperation, with presentations from the Estonian Center for International Development (ESTDEV) and the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The delegation will also meet with Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna to discuss future cooperation. The day will conclude with a presentation on Startup Estonia's activities and a visit to the Tehnopol Science Park to explore potential partnerships with Estonian health and science clusters.

On Feb. 21, the delegation will travel to Tartu to visit Tartu Science Park and the SPARKUP innovation center for an overview of Estonia's research and development landscape.

The visit is organized by the Estonian Business and Innovation Agency, the Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry.