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1st INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT CONFERENCE AND TRADE FAIR ON INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE INTELLECTUAL ASSETS 2026

Unlocking Investment Opportunities in Kenya's Indigenous Wealth: A New Growth Area of The Economy

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ATTENDEES

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INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE ASSETS

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Museums of Kenya
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INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Discover Exhibition Investments

Explore viable investment opportunities in indigenous knowledge assets and traditional products through our comprehensive trade fair exhibitions. Connect with innovative projects ready for commercial partnership.

IKIA Investment Showcase

Watch how indigenous knowledge assets are transforming into sustainable investment opportunities

Investment Conference Preview

Get an inside look at the investment opportunities and exhibition highlights at the IKIA Investment Conference.

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THEMATIC AREAS

1st International Investment Conference and Trade Fair on Indigenous Knowledge Intellectual Assets 2026

Explore six key thematic areas representing Kenya's rich indigenous knowledge and intellectual assets

for economic transformation and sustainable development

Indigenous Technologies for Industrialization

Indigenous Technologies for Industrialization

Traditional innovations and technological solutions developed by local communities

Heritage Sites and Cultural Tourism

Heritage Sites and Cultural Tourism

Sacred sites, cultural landmarks, and tourism opportunities rooted in tradition

Traditional Foods and Local Cuisines for Enhanced Nutrition

Traditional Foods and Local Cuisines for Enhanced Nutrition

Indigenous food systems, nutritional knowledge, and culinary heritage

Traditional Medicine for One-Health

Traditional Medicine for One-Health

Indigenous healing practices, medicinal plants, and traditional healthcare

Performing Arts and Creative Economy

Performing Arts and Creative Economy

Cultural expressions, traditional performances, and artistic heritage

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Kenya's Indeginous Knowledge Intellectual Assets sui generis Protection System

Indigenous Knowledge Management Systems and intellectual property frameworks

Conference Benefits

Employment and wealth creation opportunities

Poverty alleviation through indigenous knowledge

Improved biodiversity management practices

Achievement of double-digit GDP growth

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Join us for this historic event that will shape the future of indigenous knowledge commercialization and sustainable investment in Kenya.

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SPEAKERS

Who's Speaking?

Distinguished experts, thought leaders, and practitioners sharing insights on indigenous knowledge commercialization and sustainable investment opportunities.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

PLENARY SPEAKERS

Featured Programs

Conference Programs & Agenda