Director, Land and Infrastructure - Kenya Special Economic Zones Authority
David is an experienced urban specialist and planner with a background in real estate, urban research, and infrastructure development. He has previously worked on various large-scale urban mixed-use developments, special planning designations, and research programs in East Africa, the US, and Israel among others. He is responsible for implementing the Special Economic Zones infrastructure and programs.
The Naivasha Eco-Industrial SEZ is a 6,000-acre green industrial park in Nakuru County, strategically located along the Northern Trade Corridor with direct rail connectivity, the zone targets sectors such as manufacturing, agro-processing, logistics, data centers, and EVs, with a projected investment of $500 million and capacity to create over 50,000 jobs. Backed by strong fiscal incentives and low-cost geothermal power, the SEZ aims to become Africa's premier eco-industrial and logistics hub.Â
Special Economic Zones (SEZs) have long been a tool for economic transformation, but what does the next generation of SEZs look like? This session examines how new zones are evolving to accommodate emerging industries, digital economies, and alternative governance models, making them more relevant than ever.