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Strengthening Ethical Skilled Labour Mobility Between Kenya and Germany

AHK Eastern Africa - Delegation of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa participated as part of a high-level delegation led by Irene Karari from the State Department for Diaspora Affairs | Kenya during an official visit to Germany to advance structured and ethical skilled labour mobility between Kenya and Germany, culminating in the signing of a Letter of Intent with IHK Nürnberg für Mittelfranken and JobsinGermany.net to strengthen transparent and demand-driven migration pathways.

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Kenya Launches National Electric Mobility Policy

Kenya has taken an important step towards cleaner and more sustainable transport with the launch of its National Electric Mobility (e-Mobility) Policy on 3 February 2026 in Nairobi. The policy was officially launched by Cabinet Secretary of the Ministry of Road and Transport Mr. Davis Chirchir, EGH., in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum.

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Intersolar Africa 2026

AHK Eastern Africa proudly joined Intersolar Africa 2026 as the official East African partner for the event’s second edition and first major exhibition at the Sarit Expo Centre. Bringing together 3,000 visitors from 60 countries and around 100 exhibitors, the event showcased leading innovations in solar energy and storage. AHK supported conference sessions, exhibitor engagement, and co‑hosted a closed‑door roundtable for German companies on the lifting of Kenya’s PPA moratorium.

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Welcome to State of Bavaria East Africa Office in Kenya, Dagmar Von Bohnstein

The State of Bavaria East Africa Office in Kenya warmly welcomed Ms. Dagmar von Bohnstein as the new Bavarian Representative for East Africa and Delegate of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa, bringing her extensive AHK leadership experience to strengthen German–Eastern African business relations, expand partnerships, and promote sustainable trade and investment between Bavaria and the region.

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Welcome to AHK Eastern Africa, Dagmar Von Bohnstein.

AHK Eastern Africa is pleased to welcome Ms. Dagmar von Bohnstein as the new Delegate of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa and Bavarian Representative for East Africa. With strong international leadership experience from her role at AHK Slovenia, she joins at a pivotal time to strengthen partnerships, support German businesses, and deepen economic cooperation between Germany and Eastern Africa.

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Strengthening German Kenyan Economic Relations

AHK Eastern Africa participated in the official business delegation accompanying Foreign Minister Dr. Johann Wadephul in Nairobi, engaging in high‑level meetings, company visits, and investment discussions with key partners. Highlights included exchanges with DHL Kenya, Krones Nairobi, and the Kenya Investment Authority, as well as a roundtable with German companies. The delegation then continued to Ethiopia for further economic engagements

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Tholander Ablufttechnik GmbH Air Quality Forum

The Final session of the three‑day series, Air Quality Forum (Engineering Focus), brought together engineers, technical experts, and regulators in Nairobi to discuss engineering‑driven solutions to improve air quality in Kenya. With insights from the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK), the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK), and industry practitioners, the forum highlighted the crucial role of Modern technologies, improved standards, and stronger compliance in advancing air‑quality management.

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Tholander Ablufttechnik GmbH Clean Leather Future Forum

On 20 January, AHK Eastern Africa and Tholander Ablufttechnik GmbH held the second Clean Leather Future Forum in Nairobi, bringing together key players from Kenya’s leather and meat sectors. In partnership with KLDC, GIZ Kenya, and KAM, the session examined industry transformation, environmental pressures, and emerging innovations for a more competitive and sustainable sector.

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Tholander Ablufttechnik GmbH’s Air Quality Control and Solutions Forum

On 19 January 2026, AHK Eastern Africa and Tholander Ablufttechnik GmbH hosted a focused forum in Nairobi on industrial air‑pollution prevention. The event brought together industry leaders, public agencies, and financiers, with insights from NEMA, KEPSA, and DEG. Discussions explored regulatory challenges and opportunities for cleaner industrial practices. The forum supports Tholander’s market entry into Eastern Africa.