The Trade Council
Operating out of the Danish Embassy in Nairobi, we have a strong local presence and large networks in the local business and government communities. We assist Danish companies in entering and expanding on the Kenyan market, tailoring every task to your needs and the local conditions.
Local Expertise: Market intelligence, partner searches, guidance on regulations and business strategy.
Sales Support: Identify and target priority segments and clients.
Access: Strong connections to businesses, industry networks and authorities.
Presence: Immediate, hands-on problem solving.
Organizing: Visit planning and logistics, making sure you spend time on the core business.
Doing business in Kenya is not easy. In short, the Trade Council lowers the cost and mitigates the risks of entering this important East African market.
2025 Trade Council rates
The hourly rate in 2025 has been lowered to DKK 780.
- SME's may apply for a 50 % discount if they qualify under the following definition: < 250 employees and < DKK 375 Million turnover annually.
- SME's will also need to comply with the EU de minimis regulation and fill in an SME Declaration form.
2024 Trade Council rates
The hourly rate in 2024 is DKK 1.120.
- SME's may apply
for a 50 % discount if they qualify under the following definition: < 250
employees and < DKK 375 Million turnover annually.
- SME's will also need to
comply with the EU de minimis regulation and fill in an SME Declaration form.
Danish Business Network
The Danish Business Network is committed to fostering strong connections among Danish businesses and organizations in Kenya. Currently, we have about 50 Danish companies which are active in Kenya, including both multinationals as well as SMEs.
With an annual membership rate of 20,000 KES, members benefit from at least four networking events each year, along with access to key stakeholders, such as business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators, for valuable insights into the Kenyan market.
If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, we invite you to reach out to us.
For sign-ups or further inquiries, please contact us on [email protected].
Contact Information
For questions or further inquiries, please contact us on [email protected].
Companies can browse the support opportunities available through The Trade Council, Trade-Council, a platform for all export-related public support mechanisms (in Danish).
Read about our sectors in Kenya
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Food & Agriculture
Read moreThe agricultural sector is the backbone of the economy, contributing approximately 33 percent of Kenya’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The agriculture sector employs more than 40 percent of the total population and 70 percent of the rural population
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Energy
Read moreKenya has one of the most developed power sectors in sub-Saharan Africa, having opened its market to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) in the mid-1990s. Kenya benefits from factors including: an active private sector; Kenya Power's long track record as a creditworthy off-taker; and abundant renewable energy resources, especially geothermal, wind and solar.
90% of Kenya's generated electricity is from renewable sources and the Government has committed to 100% renewable by the year 2030.
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Health
Read moreThe strategic focus of the health sector in Kenya is guided by the Constitution of 2010, the Kenya Vision 2030 and the Kenya Health Policy 2014–2030. The policy is aimed at “attaining the highest possible health standards in a responsive manner”. The Government is committed to implementing UHC as one of the elements of its “Big Four” agenda. UHC is an integral part of the country’s efforts to attain the health status set out in the Kenya Health Policy 2014– 2030. Top priorities in the health sector include ensuring a well-functioning, financially sustainable social health insurance system and improving the quality of basic services. -
Tech
Read moreKenya is one of the fastest growing economies in Sub-Saharan Africa, and it’s ICT and technology driving growth and innovation is increasingly showing it’s potential. Kenya is known as the Silicon Savannah and is home to a vibrant tech starts-up scene and innovation ecosystem. Being a regional leader in digital connectivity and boasting high ambitions for a digitally driven economy the potential to build solutions leveraging technology across health, agriculture, financial services and public digitalization makes Kenya a must on your scaling journey in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Water
Read moreThe Government of Kenya aims to increase access to clean water and sanitation services in the major urban centres, their suburbs and rural areas. The National Water Master Plan 2030 recognizes water as an enabler in the socio economic development of the country and estimates that $14 billion in investment in water supply and $5.4 billion in investment in urban sewerage infrastructure are needed over the next 15 years.
