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Energy Trade Mission to Kenya & Ethiopia

AHK Eastern Africa and RENAC are inviting German companies in grid technologies, energy storage, and charging infrastructure to join the Energy Trade Mission to Kenya and Ethiopia from 15–19 June 2026, offering market briefings, high‑level networking events, and tailored B2B meetings in two of Africa’s fastest-growing energy markets.

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Wilo East Africa Courtesy Visit to AHK Eastern Africa

Wilo East Africa’s leadership paid a courtesy visit to AHK Eastern Africa, where both parties reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening German–Eastern African cooperation through strategic partnerships, market support, and joint initiatives that advance sustainable growth and innovation in the region.

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Building Momentum for German Business in Kenya's ICT Sector

AHK Eastern Africa strengthened cooperation between Germany and Kenya’s ICT sector as Delegate Dagmar von Bohnstein met with ICT Principal Secretary Eng. John Tanui to explore bilateral synergies, follow up on Bavaria’s ICT mission, and highlight GITEX AFRICA as a key opportunity for German companies interested in the Kenyan market.

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Work or Train in Germany - African Skills 4 Germany (AS4G)

The African Skills 4 Germany (AS4G) project connects qualified talent from Tanzania with employment and vocational training opportunities in Germany. Funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), AS4G aims to address the long-term shortage of skilled workers and apprentices in Germany.

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Dual TVET Week-Western Region

AHK Eastern Africa, together with the Ministry of Education, GIZ Kenya, and KfW Development Bank, conducted a successful Dual TVET image campaign in the Western Region, culminating at RIAT and attracting over 700 guests while showcasing industry-aligned training excellence and amplifying the importance of skills development through extensive media coverage.

28th edition of Bavarian Foreign Representatives Conference in Munich

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28th edition of Bavarian Representatives Conference in Munich, from the 10th to 12th March 2026

The Bavarian Representative for East Africa, Ms. Dagmar von Bohnstein, participated in the 28th Bavarian Foreign Representatives Conference in Munich, joining global delegates to exchange insights, discuss strategic priorities, and strengthen Bavaria’s international partnerships while advancing cooperation and support for Bavarian companies abroad.

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AHK Eastern Africa at Propak East Africa 2026

AHK Eastern Africa is proud of the strong German participation at Propak East Africa 2026 and looks forward to an even bigger showcase of innovative industrial, packaging, pumping, and automation solutions at Propak East Africa 2027.

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State of Bavaria East Africa Office in Kenya at Propak East Africa 2026

We were proud to represent the State of Bavaria East Africa Office at Propak East Africa 2026, showcasing Bavaria’s leadership in advanced manufacturing, innovative packaging technologies, and sustainable industrial solutions alongside KAESER KOMPRESSOREN, MULTIVAC Group, and JESSBERGER GmbH.

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Bavarian Companies Gather in Nairobi for Stammtisch Networking Evening

The State of Bavaria East Africa Office in Kenya is thrilled to welcome Ms. Dagmar von Bohnstein as the new Bavarian Representative for East Africa and Delegate of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa, leveraging her proven leadership from four years as President & CEO of AHK Slowenien to strengthen further German–Eastern African business ties, expand partnerships, and drive sustainable trade and investment between Bavaria and the region.