Paul Muthaura Appointed CEO of AmCham Kenya Amid Growing US Investment

Paul Muthaura, a veteran regulator and business leader, has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the American Chamber of Commerce Kenya (AmCham Kenya). This strategic appointment comes at a critical juncture for Kenya’s economy, as the country seeks to attract increased investment from the United States in key sectors like technology, digital infrastructure, and clean energy.

Muthaura brings extensive experience from both the public and private sectors. Prior to joining AmCham Kenya, he served as CEO of the Africa Carbon Markets Initiative (ACMI), where he spearheaded efforts to develop climate finance frameworks across the continent. Earlier in his career, he led Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) through significant reforms aimed at broadening investor participation, strengthening market oversight, and fostering financial innovation.

The appointment was announced by Angela Ng’ang’a, president of AmCham Kenya’s board, who noted Muthaura’s “compelling combination of regulatory expertise, private sector leadership, and strategic vision.” The organization represents American companies operating in Kenya and advocates for policies that support investment and economic growth.

Kenya is increasingly positioning itself as a regional hub for multinational corporations, with businesses seeking greater policy certainty around digital regulation, trade practices, climate finance, and investment rules. US firms have invested nearly $3 billion in the country since 2010, making it one of Kenya’s largest sources of foreign capital.

The American Chamber anticipates that Muthaura’s leadership will help navigate this evolving policy landscape while strengthening commercial ties between Kenya and the United States. Bilateral trade reached $1.8 billion in 2025, demonstrating the significant economic relationship between the two countries.