Delegation to Kenya & Uganda

On behalf of the Swedish Energy Agency (SEA), we invite Swedish cleantech companies to join a business delegation to Kenya and Uganda to explore opportunities through the EELA platform and connect with key stakeholders driving energy efficiency in East Africa.

About the Delegation

The Swedish Energy Agency, together with Business Sweden, The Swedish Embassy and Sida, is organizing a delegation to support Swedish companies in identifying business opportunities in East Africa’s growing energy sector. The initiative is part of the SEA’s broader mission to drive the transition to a sustainable energy system and strengthen international collaboration.

The delegation is linked to the EELA platform in Kenya, funded by Sida and implemented by UNIDO, which aims to accelerate the adoption of energy-efficient technologies and practices to support sustainable economic growth and improved livelihoods.

Through the delegation, participating companies will have the opportunity to meet key public and private stakeholders, explore market opportunities, and identify concrete areas for collaboration aligned with regional energy priorities.

Purpose & goal

The overall goal of the delegation is to strengthen collaboration between Swedish cleantech companies and East African markets, with a focus on energy efficiency and sustainable solutions.

The objectives are to:

• Increase awareness of business opportunities for Swedish energy technology providers
• Facilitate connections with relevant stakeholders in Kenya and Uganda
• Enable companies to explore and identify concrete collaboration opportunities aligned with regional needs and the EELA platform

Who can apply?

Target group & requirements

Swedish companies within cleantech and energy-efficient technologies, including solution providers and innovators interested in expanding into East Africa.

• Interest in exploring business opportunities in Kenya and/or Uganda
• Relevant solutions within energy efficiency or sustainable energy systems
• Capacity to engage in international business development and partnerships

The selection for participation will be carried out on a “first-come, first-served” basis.

Expectations on delegates

The delegates are expected to have an active participation throughout the delegation programme. This includes preparing presentation materials, to have a clear objective for participation and the capacity to participate in follow-up business dialogues.

Financing and costs

The Swedish Energy Agency funds the development and implementation of the programme and the delegation. Participating companies are responsible for covering their own travel and accommodation expenses.

Important Dates

• Call for application opens: 1 April 2026
• Application deadline: 30 April 2026
• Admission notification: 1 week after sending in request
• Online prep-workshop for participants: 4 May 2026
• Delegation: 17 - 22 May 2026

Practicalities

For further questions please contact Winfred Kiarie, winfred.kiarie@business-sweden.se