Nairobi to host global energy meeting

The African Trade Insurance Agency (ATI) is hosting an international workshop in Nairobi that will address concerns of investors’ in setting up energy projects.

ATI was selected to host the specialist meeting – the first in sub-Saharan Africa by the Berne Union - global association of export credit and investment insurers.

It is also the first time the association is holding a sector specific specialist meeting focusing on the energy sector.

“As an African institution, we’re in a unique position. We’re gaining the recognition and confidence of global peers based on our strong footprint in Africa and our strong financials,” said George Otieno, ATI’s CEO.

“Awards such as the recent one from GTR magazine for the best political risk and trade credit insurer and A/Stable ratings from S&P is helping us attract investors.”