NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 30 — Delegates at the US–Kenya Critical Supply Chain Conference have called for clearer and more predictable mining policies to position Kenya as a regional hub for critical minerals and strengthen bilateral supply chains.
Speakers said regulatory certainty is now as important as mineral resources, noting that investors are increasingly focused on stable policies, processing capacity and trust across supply chains.
“Capital looks for certainty, not just opportunity,” said American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Kenya CEO Maxwell Okello, adding that investors want clear reform pathways to move projects from planning to execution.
Industry players urged the government to remove regulatory and operational barriers that slow mining projects, saying reforms would unlock shared economic benefits for both Kenya and the United States.
Angela Nganga said Kenya has the potential to become a regional mining hub if it strengthens its regulatory framework and builds sector capacity to attract long-term capital.
US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said reliable supply chains are key to investor confidence and economic empowerment, calling for deeper cooperation across the mining value chain.
Delegates agreed that aligning standards, streamlining approvals and reducing investment risk would help Kenya capture more value from critical minerals and drive sustainable economic growth.
