We are supporting micro, small, and medium enterprises by expanding access to affordable credit and financing. The Hustler Fund, for example, has disbursed over KSh80 billion to 26.7 million people since 2022, offering dignified credit to those previously excluded from formal finance. Through the NYOTA programme, we are empowering 110,000 young entrepreneurs with training, mentorship, and start-up grants to drive innovation and job creation. We are also investing in value addition and agro-processing through County Aggregation and Industrial Parks in all 47 counties and developing special economic zones in Busia-Nasewa, Naivasha, Eldoret, Kirinyaga, and Dongo Kundu to attract investment and boost industrialisation. We recognise that the sector drives the economy, creates jobs, and builds wealth for our people. Addressed the 25th East African Community (EAC) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Trade Fair at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi County. We welcome the International Trade Organisation’s decision to set up its regional hub in Nairobi, affirming Kenya’s leadership in trade and investment.(William Samoei Ruto, PhD)