Kenya Diaspora Alliance and KDA Welfare Association Host Impactful 4th Annual Social & Business Networking Event

Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenya Diaspora Alliance (KDA) and the KDA Welfare Association (KWA) hosted the highly anticipated 4th Annual Kenya Diaspora/KWA Social & Business Networking Event on January 2nd, 2025, at the Bomas of Kenya in Nairobi. The event brought together Kenyan diaspora members from around the world, offering a platform to network, share experiences, and discuss how their collective efforts can advance both their personal interests and the development of Kenya.

This year’s event attracted a diverse group of participants from various countries, including South Africa, the United States, France, the United Kingdom, Uganda, South Sudan, Rwanda, and Botswana. Local entrepreneurs and professionals also joined the diaspora, creating a vibrant environment focused on building connections and collaborations aimed at strengthening business ties and supporting the nation’s growth.

Notable organizations such as ICEA Lion and Britam Asset Management were key partners at this year’s event, underscoring the increasing importance of engaging with the Kenyan diaspora for investment opportunities. The presence of these industry leaders highlighted the growing interest in harnessing the diaspora’s economic potential to boost Kenya’s investment climate.

The program included a series of dynamic activities designed to foster meaningful exchanges. Attendees participated in speed networking sessions, followed by themed discussions that covered a wide range of topics, including diaspora investments, social impact initiatives, academia and education, and international trade. One of the event's most inspiring highlights was a fireside chat featuring successful diaspora entrepreneurs who shared their journeys and insights into how they are making an impact both locally and internationally.

Throughout the day, participants explored potential synergies, exchanged ideas, and laid the groundwork for actionable partnerships that are expected to benefit both the diaspora community and the broader Kenyan economy.

The KDA and KWA expressed their sincere appreciation to all attendees, partners, and stakeholders for their support in making the event a resounding success. In their closing remarks, they reiterated the importance of continued collaboration to build bridges and strengthen networks that will contribute to Kenya’s long-term growth and development.

“We are proud of the connections made today and the conversations that will continue long after this event,” said a spokesperson for KDA. “Together, we are fostering an ecosystem of innovation, investment, and progress that will benefit all Kenyans, both at home and abroad.”

By Wilson Amondo