JEDDAH – Garissa County is emerging as a prime destination for global investors, with untapped opportunities in agriculture, livestock, mining, tourism, and renewable energy.
This was the message delivered by Garissa Governor Nathif Jama at the Kenya-Saudi Trade and Investment Conference in Jeddah on Sunday.
Governor Jama underscored the strategic location, rich resources, and readiness for transformative partnerships of Garissa County.
He was addressing a distinguished audience of business leaders and diplomats attending the Trade and Investment Conference.
“Garissa is on the brink of an economic renaissance,” he said.
“With the right investments, we can unlock unprecedented value for our partners and create lasting prosperity for our people,” he added.
The high-level forum, aimed at deepening economic ties between Kenya and Saudi Arabia, attracted key figures including Mohammed Yousuf Naghi, President of the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Mustafa Ramadhan, Vice President of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Kenyan diplomatic representatives, including Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Mohamed Ramadhan Ruwange and Consul-General Aden Mohamud Mohamed, also attended, alongside prominent Kenyan and Saudi entrepreneurs, bankers, and investors.
Garissa Governor Nathif Jama highlighted the county’s potential for large-scale agriculture, livestock value addition, and solar energy development, positioning the county as a hub for sustainable growth.
Mr. Jama held productive bilateral talks with Saudi investors, expressing confidence in future collaborations.
“I am optimistic these discussions will spark significant investments in Garissa soon, InshaAllah,” he said.
The forum aimed to boost economic ties between Kenya and Saudi Arabia by encouraging mutual learning, joint ventures, and new business opportunities.
With its abundant resources and strategic vision, Garissa could become a cornerstone of Kenya’s economic advancement and a model for regional development.
