The State Department for Trade, in collaboration with the Office of the Attorney-General, has concluded a two-day consultative workshop in Nairobi to review the Draft National Trade Development Bill, 2025, aimed at strengthening trade development and improving Kenya’s competitiveness in regional and international markets.
The workshop brought together stakeholders to examine key provisions of the proposed legislation, refine its legal drafting and ensure alignment with the Constitution and existing laws.
According to the State Department for Trade, the review seeks to establish a clear and practical legal framework for promoting, regulating and developing trade across the country.
The proposed bill aims to strengthen domestic and export markets while improving coordination between the national government, county governments, the private sector and other stakeholders involved in trade development.
If finalised and enacted, the legislation is expected to create a more enabling business environment, support enterprises and promote sustainable growth in Kenya’s trade sector.
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), which play a significant role in the economy, are among the businesses expected to benefit from the proposed framework through enhanced support for trade and improved market opportunities.
The initiative is also expected to strengthen Kenya’s position in regional and international markets by providing a coordinated approach to trade development.
The consultative exercise was led by Acting Secretary for Trade Michael Mandu and Director of Domestic Trade Rose Masita.
