Governor Sakaja Announces Measures to Improve Nairobi Business Environment



Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has announced measures to simplify licensing and strengthen accountability among county enforcement officers as his administration seeks to improve the environment for businesses in the capital.
Speaking during the Nairobi Business Breakfast Forum under the theme “Jenga Biz, Jenga Nairobi,” Sakaja said the county government was committed to listening to the business community, understanding challenges affecting enterprises and implementing practical solutions.

Sakaja urged traders and companies to obtain county licences directly through the official county website, pay through Pay Nairobi and print their licences without involving middlemen.

“You do not need a middleman to obtain your county licence,” Sakaja said, encouraging businesses to use the established digital platforms to access county services.

The governor also announced that the county will introduce a verifiable identification system for compliance and enforcement officers within one month.

The system is expected to help businesses verify officers carrying out inspections and enforcement operations, curb impersonation and improve accountability within the county administration.

Business representatives at the forum welcomed the commitment to improve engagement with the county but raised concerns about the cost of compliance, regulatory requirements, licensing processes and enforcement procedures.

They called for clearer communication from county departments, faster resolution of complaints and greater consistency in enforcement. Business leaders also urged the county to involve industry representatives when developing regulations that directly affect their operations.
They said regular consultations would help prevent misunderstandings and allow businesses to comply more easily with county requirements.

KNCCI President Dr Erick Rutto emphasised the importance of stronger cooperation between government and the private sector, including efforts to reduce regulatory burdens and create conditions that allow businesses to invest, expand and create jobs.

John Njogu, CEO and National Coordinator of the Petroleum Outlets Association of Kenya (POAK), urged county directors and chief officers to establish closer working arrangements with business membership organisations.

Njogu said businesses have valuable insights into sector-specific challenges and can help government develop practical solutions. He called for continuous dialogue between the county and private sector to resolve challenges early and strengthen Nairobi’s economy.
The forum ended with a renewed commitment to deepen public-private partnerships and build a more predictable and supportive business environment in Nairobi.

Jenga Biz. Jenga Nairobi.

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