Republic of Kenya
A rapidly growing economic hub in East Africa!
Supported by abundant nature and diverse culture, agriculture, tourism, and the ICT industry intersect in this country, which is currently attracting great attention from around the world.
About the Republic of Kenya
Kenya is a country located in East Africa with a population of approximately 54.5 million people, and has been experiencing rapid economic growth, centered around its capital, Nairobi. Since independence, the political system has been relatively stable, and a variety of industries, including agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and ICT, coexist.
Kenya, also known as the "Silicon Savannah of Africa," has been attracting international attention, particularly in the fields of ICT and startups, and is also an important gateway to the African market for Japanese companies.
- Young and plentiful workforce : More than half of the population is under the age of 25. Expectations are high for this as a source of labor.
- Transport and logistics hub : Infrastructure development is underway, including the port of Mombasa, railway network and airport.
- Diverse natural scenery and topography : sea, mountains, savanna...abundant tourist resources.
- A multicultural nation where more than 42 ethnic groups coexist
- Highly ranked in business environment rankings : Highly regarded internationally as an investment destination.
Features
The more you know about Kenya, the more interesting it becomes!
Kenya's appeal is not limited to its economy.
- Food Culture : Each region has its own unique cuisine, including the staple food ugali, charcoal-grilled meat called nyama choma, and spicy Swahili cuisine.
- Progress of politics and democracy : More than 60 years after independence, the political system that promoted multi-party system and decentralization is beginning to stabilize.
- Deep ties with Japan : Exchanges are progressing in many areas, including support from JICA, collaboration at TICAD, and improvements to Nairobi's transport network.
What you can find in the downloadable materials
Contents of the downloaded materials
The Kenya 2025 Country Profile details:
✅ Economic indicators and population structure
✅ Characteristics of the capital Nairobi and each region
✅ Cultural background such as ethnicity, language, and food culture
✅ History and political system changes
✅ Relationship with Japan and development assistance record
✅ Basic information useful for business development