About Us

The Association of Kenya Suppliers (AKS) founded in 2006 is the national trade association representing suppliers and traders who supply goods and services to private and public organizations.

We are committed to giving our members the ability to adapt, grow and succeed thru robust programs in code, legislative and regulatory advocacy, ongoing business intelligence, employee training and education as well as dynamic networking opportunities. Our good working relations with government entities and other private organization puts us in a unique position to advance the long term success of our members.

We have been front and centre in driving fact-based policy advocacy towards the formation of industrial policies to strengthen and support the country's economic development. Through fact-based advocacy.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to represent and promote the interests of all suppliers. Improve, develop and maintain relationships between suppliers and other stakeholders. Actively influence government policies to improve the enabling business environment and to be a unifying voice for economic prosperity throughout the region.

Vision

To be a leading business organization providing effective solutions that support all stakeholders

Mandates

The Association is mandated to provides Information, Involvement and Influence that companies and individuals and their management teams value and rely on in the Kenya business environment. Create a cordial link and representation at the highest level with Government, and other influential bodies in lobbying for member's concerns

Membership

Association of Kenya Suppliers gives you access to the leading news, information and advocacy efforts in Kenya and the region. Our membership is diverse comprising;distributors; manufacturers; importers; service providers who supply goods and services to formal retailers including supermarkets, hypermarkets, wholesalers and traditional retail market, as well as Government suppliers. We work with an equally diverse array of Industryregulators, legislators, policymakers and industry experts to develop policies and practices that contribute to a healthy economic environment

We Have Four Classes of Members

Join the Association of Kenya Suppliers.

Membership in AKS gives you access to the leading news, information and advocacy efforts in Kenya business environment.

We work with an equally diverse array of, Industry regulators, legislators, policymakers and industry experts to develop policies and practices that contribute to a healthy economic environment.

So whether you're just starting out, a long-established business or a large corporation venturing in the Kenyan market. consider being a member of AKS

Benefits
Discover the advantages of joining our community

Access to Information

Access to relevant information from government industry regulators and stakeholders.

Advocacy & Lobbying

Advocacy and lobbying for members' common interest.

Market Intelligence

Market intelligence through round-the-clock industry updates and closer supplier-retailer relations.

Product Improvement

Product improvement through interaction and networking with other industry players.

Supply Chain Competitiveness

Increased supply chain competitiveness through our internal and external B2B networking.