Patmoz
By Samson Oyugi
The CS officially opened The Coffee Club in Lavington, Nairobi, praising it as a key addition to the city’s evolving social and economic landscape.
“Nairobi’s skyline is changing, and with a growing middle class, we need services like the Coffee Club,” Kinyanjui said, noting the rise of accommodations in areas like Upper Hill and Westlands to meet urban demand.
He highlighted Nairobi’s emergence as a global hub, with organizations like the United Nations relocating operations from New York.
“This brings demand for accommodation, education, and social spaces, creating opportunities for local businesses,” he added.
Kinyanjui stressed the need to build a local coffee culture to support Kenyan farmers.
“Growing local demand to 30-40% of our coffee production will shield farmers from global market shocks, as seen in Ethiopia,” he explained.
Reflecting on his Nakuru upbringing, where “coffee houses” served tea, Kinyanjui celebrated the rise of coffee brewing centers like the Coffee Club, which foster a vibrant coffee culture and create jobs.
He also positioned Nairobi as a rising financial hub, competing with Dubai and Singapore, driven by recent legislation and fintech growth.
“We must tap into these opportunities to create wealth,” he urged.
Kinyanjui called for stronger branding of Kenyan coffee, tea, and other agricultural products in global retail markets.
“We produce these crops but rarely see Kenyan brands abroad. Retail development is key,” he said.
The Cabinet Secretary praised the Coffee Club’s investors, for supporting farmers and aligning with global trends.
Shadrack Nyakoe
