6^TH Jumuiya Agribusiness Blue Economy Conference, JABEIC 2024, Taita Taveta.

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27th - 29th, November 2024

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The 6th Jumuiya Agribusiness & Blue Economy Investment Conference, JABEIC 2024 – Voi, Taita Taveta

The 6th Jumuiya Agribusiness and Blue Economy Investment Conference (JABEIC 2024) will be held in Voi, Taita Taveta County, from November 27th to 29th, 2024. Building on the successes of previous conferences, JABEIC 2024 will further the commitment of regional county governments to economic development cooperation.

This annual event rotates among the six coastal counties to ensure broad inclusivity. The inaugural JABEIC in 2018 took place in Mombasa, preceding the 2018 UN Sustainable Blue Economy Conference in Nairobi. Subsequent conferences were held in Malindi (Kilifi County) in 2019, Diani (Kwale) in 2021, Hola (Tana River) in 2022, and Mombasa in 2023.

JABEIC 2024 is designed to integrate local, national, and global trends, adhering to trade protocols and developing innovative financial models to boost agribusiness and blue economy initiatives.

Jumuiya Ya Kaunti Za Pwani

The Jumuiya ya Kaunti za Pwani (JKP) serves as the regional economic development body for Kenya’s coastal counties, including Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, and Taita Taveta. Our primary goal is to foster a unified economic environment by bringing together regional leaders, county and national governments, development partners, the private sector, and academic institutions to drive economic growth. Under the guidance of the Governors, the Jumuiya Economic Development Secretariat plays a key role in coordinating development efforts.

This includes facilitating collaboration among regional counties, the national government, development partners, and investors, aligning County Integrated Development Plans (CIDPs) with sector plans, Vision 2030 Medium Term Plans (MTP), and the Jumuiya 2030 blueprint, as well as promoting regional assets such as investments, tourism, culture, and heritage. Additionally, we focus on supporting public-private partnerships to encourage collaborative investments.

Our mission is to promote economic growth and shared prosperity in the coastal region. Guided by the Jumuiya 2030 blueprint and the Jumuiya 10 Pillars program, we are committed to reducing poverty and stimulating socio-economic transformation. One of our major initiatives is the annual Jumuiya Agribusiness & Blue Economy Investment Conference (JABEIC). This flagship event is designed to highlight regional assets, showcase investment opportunities, and facilitate knowledge exchange, with a particular emphasis on high-growth sectors and flagship projects that aim to boost the coastal economy.

Taita Taveta Investment and Development Corporation

The Taita Taveta Investment and Development Corporation (TTIDC) is a body established to drive economic growth and development in the Taita Taveta County of Kenya. Its main objectives typically include promoting investment opportunities, facilitating local and regional development TTIDC focuses on leveraging both public and private sector resources to enhance various sectors such as agriculture, tourism, and industry in the region. It often works to create a conducive environment for businesses, attract investors, and implement development projects that align with the county’s strategic goals and vision for growth.

Conference Objectives

Present Key Bankable Projects: Showcase robust, investor-ready agricultural projects across the six coastal counties to attract investment and position the region as a viable trade gateway.
Identify Opportunities for CAIPs: Explore immediate-term opportunities for advancing County Aggregation and Industrial Parks (CAIPs), essential for fostering industrialization and job creation.
Create Synergies in Agribusiness: Facilitate partnerships between business farming communities, government entities, and academic institutions. Promote discussions on innovative investments in the green and blue sectors aligned with Jumuiya 2030 investment opportunities.
Highlight Youth Employment Opportunities: Focus on how agricultural investments can spur job creation across the agriculture value chain, with targeted opportunities for youth and women. Explore ways to engage and empower young people in agricultural enterprises and value-added activities.
Promote Regional Tourism: Market the JKP counties as a prime tourist destination under the “Go Kenya Coast” brand. Highlight the cultural heritage of Lamu, particularly through the Lamu Festival, to boost tourism and enhance the region's profile.
Recognize and Reward Key Contributors: Celebrate and honor key individuals and organizations who have significantly contributed to the transformation of the Kenya coastal region, both past and present. This recognition aims to acknowledge their impact and inspire continued efforts in regional development.

Key Themes and Topics

Showcasing Bankable Projects
Advancing County Aggregation and Industrial Parks
Synergizing Agribusiness and Blue Economy
Promoting Youth Employment
Boosting Regional Tourism
Networking and Collaboration
Addressing Regional Challenges

Summit Approach

Preconference JABEIC Investor Forums
Main Conference Events:
- a. Keynote Addresses: views from leading experts on agricultural and Blue Economy advancements.
- b. Plenary Discussions: Broad sessions addressing critical themes such as regional development, food security, and investment opportunities.
- c. Panel Discussions: In-depth discussions with experts on specialized topics like County Aggregation and Industrial Parks (CAIPs) and youth employment in agriculture.
- d. Breakout Sessions: Focused group discussions to explore specific issues and develop actionable solutions.
- e. Exhibitions: Showcasing innovative agricultural projects, investment opportunities, and unique regional tourist attractions.
- f. Cocktail Reception An informal networking opportunity for attendees to connect and discuss ideas in a relaxed setting.
- g. Gala Dinner: A celebratory event to honor key individuals and organizations who have significantly contributed to the transformation of the Kenya coastal region. This recognition aims to acknowledge their impact and inspire continued efforts in innovation and regional development.
Post-Conference Dialogues: Follow-up sessions to review key insights, solidify partnerships, and plan future initiatives.

Speakers

Andrew Mwadime Governor Taita Taveta County

Sheriff Naassir Governor Mombasa County

Fatuma Achani Governor Kwale County

Gideon Mungaro Governor Kiliﬁ County

Godhana Dhadho Governor Tana River County

Issa Timamy Governor Lamu County

Emmanuel K.Nzai CEO - JKP

Who Should Participate?

This premier event will bring together delegates from across the region who are key players in the global health security ecosystem. These will include:

Industry leaders and innovators
Government officials and policymakers
Health professionals and researchers
Nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society organizations
Representatives from international organization

Partnerships

JABEIC 2024 will bring together decision makers across the region on matters of Agriculture and Blue economy. Also expected to attend will be a wide variety of beneficiaries, both in the public and private sector and other actors. We also anticipate several attendants to the exhibition area which is part of the ConferenceThere are various opportunities for organizations to participate in JABEIC 2024. We have different sponsorship tiers available, allowing you to increase your company or organization’s visibility among the agriculture and blue economy stakeholders.

Being a partner provides your organization the opportunity to be part of the conversation, showcase your thoughts and solutions to a vast audience, meet potential partners and make key contributions on matters policy in this exciting conference.

Partnership Packages

Delegate Attendance Fee KES 10,000 per person for the full duration of the conference. Please note that this fee does not include accommodation.

Student Attendance Fee KES 5,000 per person for the full duration of the conference. Proof of school registration is required.

Platinum Partner

KES 10,000,000.00

Benefits

Branding on All Conference Materials/Press, Website, and Virtual Platform
Part of delegation for press conference together with Host Governor
Keynote address at the conference
Recognition as main event sponsor
4 Premier Exhibition booths
4 Banners at main venue, cocktail and gala dinner events
6 tear drop banners spread across exclusive areas
2 page of advertisement in the conference catalogue
3 VVIP delegate tickets and 10 delegate tickets with entry to Gala dinner and Cocktail event
Priority positioning of marketing materials
60 sec sponsor advertisement to play during breaks
Accommodation for 6 pax for 3 nights
Animated logo on screen at the conference
PR& social media: mentions in press release, social media

Gold Partner

KES 8,000,000.00

Benefits

Branding on all conference materials/press and website and the virtual platform
Recognition as “Co-Sponsor”
Part of delegation for press conference together with Host Governor
Keynote address at the conference
2 Banners at main venue, cocktail and gala dinner events
4 tear drop banners in exclusive outdoor areas
2 Premier Exhibition booths
4 VIP delegate tickets and 7 delegate tickets with entry to Gala dinner and Cocktail event
30 sec sponsor advertisement to play during breaks
1 page of advertisement in the conference catalogue
Accommodation for 4 pax for 3 nights
Animated logo on screen at the conference
PR & social media: mentions in press release, social media posts where applicable

Silver Partner

KES 5,000,000.00

Benefits

Branding on all conference materials/press and website and virtual platform
Recognition as “Co-Sponsor”
Part of delegation for press conference together with Host Governor
½ page of advertisement in the conference catalogue
Speaker/Moderator at the conference
1 Premier Exhibition booth
1 roll up banner co-branding at the main hall
3 VIP delegate tickets and 5 delegate tickets with entry to Gala dinner and Cocktail event
30 sec sponsor advert to play during breaks
2 tear drop banners in exclusive outdoor areas
Accommodation for 3 delegates for 3 nights
Animated logo on screen at the conference
PR & social media: mentions in press release and social media

Bronze Partner

KES 3,500,000.00

Benefits

Recognition as “Co-Sponsor”
Speaker/Moderator at the conference
Branding on all conference materials/press and website and virtual platform
Quarter page advert inside the conference booklet
1 premier exhibition booth
2 VIP delegate tickets and 3 delegate tickets with entry to Gala dinner and Cocktail event
3 nights’ Accommodation for 2 delegates
30 sec sponsor advert to play during breaks
1 tear drop banner in exclusive outdoor areas
PR & social media: mentions in press release and social media
1 roll up banner co-branding at the main hall
Animated logo on screen at the conference

Tsavorite Partner

KES 2,000,000.00

Benefits

Recognition as “Co-Sponsor”
Speaker/Moderator at the conference
Branding on all conference materials/press and website and virtual platform
Quarter page advert inside the conference booklet
2 standard exhibition booths
1 VIP delegate ticket and 2 delegate tickets with entry to Gala dinner and Cocktail event
3 nights’ Accommodation for 1 delegate
1 roll up banner co-branding at the main hall
Animated logo on screen at the conference

Ruby Partner

KES 1,000,000.00

Benefits

Partnership recognition at the conference
Branding on all conference materials/press and website and virtual platform
1 standard exhibition booth
1 VIP delegate ticket and 1 delegate ticket with entry to Gala dinner and Cocktail event
3 nights’ Accommodation for 1 delegate
1 roll up banner co-branding at the main hall
Animated logo on screen at the conference