Mombasa County is expected to host the International Trade and Logistics Summit 2025 (ITLS 2025) trade fair on October 27–28.

This marks the first global trade summit on logistics and trade innovation, convened by the Mombasa County Government, Kenya Ports Authority, the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), and the Kenya International Freight and Warehousing Association (KIFWA).

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sharrif Nassir, while addressing the media in Mombasa on Monday, noted that logistics remains the backbone of Mombasa’s economy, making the summit a key driver for growth.

“Through ITLS 2025, we aim to grow this sector, create more youth employment, and ensure the port directly benefits our people. This biennial summit will position Mombasa as a true investment destination,” he said.

Meanwhile, KIFWA Mombasa Chairman and ITLS Co-Chair Rajab Hamis stressed the importance of regional collaboration.

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“ITLS 2025 will connect East African businesses with global markets, attract investors, and promote new technologies in shipping and freight management. It will establish Mombasa as a competitive global logistics hub,” he noted.

On his part, Kenya National Chamber Of Commerce and Industry KNCCI Mombasa Chairman and Co-Chair Aboud Jamal termed the maiden summit as a platform for transformation.

“The summit is more than a conference; it is a platform for genuine business transformation. We expect stronger partnerships and digital growth across logistics and supply chain management,” he said.

Some of the countries expected to send their delegation to the summit include Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa.

The officials further noted that Dubai will be showcasing the drone technology. Adding that regional countries such as Tanzania, Uganda, and South Sudan have confirmed attendance.

Registration for delegates and exhibitors is open on the official ITLS 2025 portal.