Peter Macharia Kamau- Jijenge Credit Limited CEO
By John Kariuki
Jijenge Credit Limited CEO, Peter Macharia Kamau, has applauded the Murang’a County Government for its bold and forward-thinking approach in hosting the 1st Murang’a Investment Conference, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at unlocking the county’s economic potential. The high-profile event, held today, was graced by H.E. President William Samoei Ruto, signaling national endorsement of county-led investment strategies.
Speaking at the conference, Peter Macharia Kamau commended Murang’a leadership under Governor Irungu Kang’ata for setting a new benchmark in driving localized economic transformation. He emphasized that such forums are critical in catalyzing regional development and opening investment opportunities for local businesses and the wider community.
“This is a one-of-a-kind initiative that sets a new benchmark for county-driven economic transformation,” Kamau remarked, urging both private and public sector stakeholders to rally behind Murang’a’s investment vision.
The Murang’a Investment Conference convened a dynamic blend of investors, policymakers, financial institutions, and development partners, all united in the mission to elevate Murang’a as a vibrant investment hub. Key focus areas included agribusiness, affordable housing, infrastructure development, financial inclusion, and value-added manufacturing.
Also present at the event was the Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Public Works, Housing, and Urban Development, who expressed full support for Murang’a’s investment agenda. “I commend the County Government for this bold step. As Cabinet Secretary for Lands and Housing, I reaffirm my commitment to supporting Murang’a’s development through strategic partnerships facilitated by my Ministry,” the CS stated.
The conference is expected to attract significant investments into the county, stimulate local entrepreneurship, and generate employment opportunities, reinforcing Murang’a’s growing influence in Kenya’s economic landscape.
Peter Macharia Kamau underscored the critical role of financial institutions like Jijenge Credit in empowering grassroots enterprises by providing accessible credit solutions that fuel business growth and economic inclusivity.