Murang’a County is set to attract over Sh20 billion in agribusiness investments, positioning itself as a key player in Kenya’s agricultural and industrial landscape. This ambitious plan was announced during a high-level meeting involving government officials, investors, and agricultural stakeholders, held ahead of the Murang’a County Investment Conference 2025. The county aims to leverage its rich agricultural potential to drive economic growth and create new opportunities for investors.
Governor Irungu Kang’ata highlighted Murang’a’s outstanding contribution to Kenya’s agriculture sector, particularly in avocado farming, tea, and dairy production. The county produces nearly a third of Kenya’s avocado harvest, valued at more than Sh4.6 billion annually, and ranks among the top three milk-producing regions, with an annual output of about 85 million litres. These robust agricultural outputs showcase Murang’a’s status as a food basket and a prime destination for agribusiness investment.
The governor further urged investors to take advantage of Murang’a’s strategic location, abundant natural resources, and vibrant local population. He emphasized the county’s readiness for agro-industrial development and value addition across the agricultural value chain. “Murang’a is not just a food basket; it is an investment hub ready for transformative agricultural industrialization,” Kang’ata stated, inviting both local and international investors to partner in the county’s growth journey.
The Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry, Hon. Lee Kinyanjui, also praised Murang’a’s potential to drive national economic growth through increased agricultural investments. He highlighted the vital role of counties in Kenya’s overall economic development and affirmed Murang’a’s strong case as an ideal destination for agribusiness ventures and industrial expansion.
With this clear focus on attracting significant agribusiness investment, Murang’a County is poised to become a beacon of agricultural innovation and industrial progress in Kenya. The planned Sh20 billion investment will not only enhance food production but also stimulate job creation and boost the local economy, making Murang’a a critical player in Kenya’s development agenda.
