Kenya eyes Sh400bn investor deals as jobs pressure mounts

Kenya has raised its investment target by over 80%, aiming for Sh400 billion in the current financial year to create job opportunities for skilled workers. Invest Kenya recorded a record performance last year, surpassing its Sh130 billion target by 70.3%. CEO John Mwendwa attributed this success to a sustained government push to attract investors, with investment targets set to reach Sh550 billion by 2029/30.