About MIICCOF

A platform for investment, trade and partnerships

Our Story

Three institutions. One vision. A new chapter for Meru.

The Meru International Investors Conference and Consumer Fair (MIICCOF) was born from a unique tripartite partnership between the KNCCI Meru Chapter, Meru University of Science and Technology, and the Meru County Government—uniting business, research, innovation and government to unlock Meru's potential.

For the first time, the business community, investors, researchers and innovators come together under one platform to showcase, connect and create opportunities.

With the support of the Governor of Meru County, the research and innovation strength of Meru University, and the networks and enterprise of KNCCI Meru, MIICCOF puts the best of Meru on display—from agriculture and tourism to manufacturing, technology, trade and emerging enterprises.

MIICCOF is more than a conference and trade fair. It is Meru opening its doors to the world and inviting the world to invest, partner and grow with us.

Mission & Vision

Mission

To catalyse investment and trade for inclusive economic growth.

Vision

A thriving investment destination with globally connected enterprises.

Our Leadership

The team championing MIICCOF

H.E. Isaac Mutuma M'Ethingia

Governor, Meru County

Championing Meru's transformation into a premier investment destination through strategic partnerships and infrastructure development. Under his leadership, the county has prioritised investment in agriculture, tourism and trade infrastructure.

Prof. Romanus Odhiambo, Ph.D.

Vice Chancellor MUST

Leading academic innovation and research partnerships that drive the conference's thought leadership agenda. Prof. Odhiambo brings deep expertise in higher education and international collaboration.

Mr. Joshua K. Mungania

Chairman KNCCI - Meru Chapter

Connecting the private sector with investment opportunities and championing trade facilitation across the region. Mr. Mungania represents the interests of Meru's business community.

Organising Committee

The people making it happen

Jackline Kanana

Vice Chairperson, Trade

Meru County Government

Representing the County Government of Meru (MCG) as Vice Chairperson, overseeing trade facilitation.

Liz Wanja Gikundi

Legal Advisor

Meru County Government

Providing legal counsel and governance oversight for the conference organising committee.

John Kibwi Maingi

MCG Representative

Meru County Government

Coordinating county government support and inter-agency collaboration for the event.

Alice Karimi

Youth Affairs

Meru County Government

Championing youth inclusion and engagement across conference programmes and activities.

Kithinji Ruri

MCG Representative

Meru County Government

Representing the Meru County Government in logistics, policy coordination and public sector alignment.

Dr. Julius Ithae

Committee Chairperson

MUST

Representing Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST) as Chairperson of the Organising Committee.

Dr. Patrick Kinyua Kubai

MUST Representative

MUST

Representing Meru University of Science and Technology in academic partnerships and research coordination.

Prof. Jackline Oparde

MUST Representative

MUST

Contributing academic expertise and research partnerships from Meru University of Science and Technology.

Prof. Amos Omano

MUST Representative

MUST

Supporting academic coordination and institutional partnerships from Meru University.

Veronicah Kihenja

Vice Chairperson

KNCCI – Meru Chapter

Serving as Vice Chairperson of KNCCI – Meru Chapter, supporting sponsor relations and business networking.

William Wambugu

Director

KNCCI – Meru Chapter

Serving as Director, guiding strategic initiatives and chamber operations for the conference.

Martin Kiogora Mbui

Secretary

KNCCI – Meru Chapter

Representing KNCCI Meru Chapter as Secretary, coordinating chamber activities and member engagement.