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Mokua Mogendi

For investors

Agricultural investment advisory, Kenya

Kenya has strong agricultural opportunities and plenty of people offering to help you invest in them. I give you an independent view from someone who has managed farms, not just sold them: what the crop needs, what the site can do, and what running it will cost.

Foreign and diaspora investors, funds and family offices looking at Kenyan agriculture.

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European investors and Kenyan hosts on a site tour of an agri-processing facility.
Hosts European investor delegations in Kenya; 14 years running commercial farms across Africa, the Gulf and Southeast Asia.

What you get

Deliverables

  • Value-chain and region shortlist
  • Business plan and budget review
  • Site visits with a written report
  • Introductions to vetted partners

How it works

Four steps, in this order.

  1. 01

    Brief

    A call about your budget, timeline, risk appetite and how involved you want to be.

  2. 02

    Shortlist

    Two or three value chains and regions that fit, with honest numbers.

  3. 03

    Visit

    I visit sites and partners, or host you on a site tour, and write up what we saw.

  4. 04

    Decide

    A recommendation, a budget you can test, and the next steps to set up.

Questions

What people ask

Is agriculture a good investment in Kenya?

It can be. Export horticulture, avocado, macadamia, dairy and greenhouse vegetables near cities all have working models, and Kenya has good ports, airfreight and trade links. Returns depend on water, management and the buyer, which is what a site visit and a costed plan test.

Can I invest in a Kenyan farm from abroad?

Yes. Many diaspora and foreign investors do. You need a trusted manager on the ground, regular reporting and clear contracts. I can be that independent check, or help you find and supervise a manager.

How do I find a consultant I can trust in Kenya?

Ask for a track record you can verify: named employers, references, and photos or visits to farms they have run. Mine is on this site and on LinkedIn, and I'm happy to put you in touch with past clients.

General information, not legal advice. Land, company and licensing matters are filed and confirmed by licensed Kenyan advocates and company secretaries.

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