Kenya Climate Innovation Summit 2023

This afternoon, Evelyn Chemutai, Assistant Director of Enterprise Development at the Micro and Small Enterprise Authority, represented Mr. Henry Rithaa, the CEO, during a panel discussion at the 3-day Kenya Climate Innovation Summit 2023.

The summit’s theme this year is “Unlocking Climate Financing Opportunities for MSME Growth,” and the panel focused on enhancing the role of MSMEs in addressing climate change.

Ms. Chemutai, representing MSEA, highlighted the government’s efforts in this regard. She mentioned that the government is actively preparing MSMEs to take advantage of green financing opportunities.

This preparation includes initiating capacity-building programs for MSMEs, enabling them to tap into green financing incentives specifically designed for youth, women, and persons with disabilities (PWLDs) engaged in green enterprises.

Furthermore, the government is fostering collaboration and partnerships among public, private, and development partners to provide support for MSMEs in comprehending the concepts of green financing and climate change.