Nairobi Attracts New Funding for Green Manufacturing Projects

Nairobi has emerged as a key destination for new funding in green manufacturing, reflecting Kenya’s commitment to sustainable industrial growth. Recent reports highlight that the city is attracting both local and international investment aimed at reducing carbon emissions, modernizing production processes, and aligning with global climate goals.
In April 2025, Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) published a policy and investment guide projecting USD 600 billion in near‑term opportunities for Kenya’s green manufacturing sector. Nairobi, as the country’s industrial hub, is expected to lead in renewable energy adoption, with capacity already rising from 1.6 GW in 2015 to 2.8 GW in 2024, largely driven by geothermal and hydropower projects.
On August 2, 2025, the Kenya Development Corporation (KDC) announced a Sh14 billion funding plan to accelerate inclusive growth, with a strong focus on green enterprises. This package includes a USD 15 million line of credit from EXIM Bank of India to help firms acquire eco‑friendly machinery, alongside the USD 40 million DRIVE project targeting climate‑resilient pastoralist economies. Nairobi’s startups and SMEs are expected to benefit significantly from these initiatives.
Additionally, Kenya partnered with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) and South Korean firms in August 2025 to launch a Ksh26 billion climate project, reinforcing Nairobi’s role as a regional leader in sustainable manufacturing. Experts believe these investments will boost eco‑tourism, renewable energy production, and green industrialization, positioning Nairobi as Africa’s hub for climate‑aligned growth.