Business Sector

Where ideas meet structure and financial infrastructure.

Technology & Innovation

Build Africa’s Tech Future at TRIFIC

Kenya has earned its reputation as “Silicon Savannah,” and TRIFIC positions your technology enterprise at the epicenter of Africa’s digital revolution. As Kenya’s only services-focused Special Economic Zone, we provide the perfect ecosystem for tech companies seeking to scale across the continent and beyond.

World-Class Digital Infrastructure

TRIFIC houses East and Central Africa’s first Tier-4 data center, offering the region’s most reliable uptimes. Our smart city environment delivers:

  • GPON ring providing over 20Gbps bandwidth speeds
  • Enhanced LTE network with 4G/5G coverage from multiple providers
  • Triple play connectivity for internet, IPTV, and fixed telephony
  • 99.99% power uptime through our independent infrastructure

Access to Africa’s Tech Talent Pool

Kenya ranks 20th globally and 2nd in Africa for English proficiency, with a young, highly educated workforce embracing digital transformation. TRIFIC’s location in Nairobi’s diplomatic zone provides immediate access to skilled developers, engineers, and digital professionals—at competitive rates that are 5 times lower than comparable markets like Dubai.

Strategic Tax Advantages for Tech Innovation

  • 10% corporate tax rate for the first 10 years (vs. 30% standard rate)
  • 0% VAT on all supplies and services
  • 0% withholding tax on dividends, interest, and royalties
  • Import duty exemptions on technology equipment and infrastructure

Innovation Hub with Startup Support

Our dedicated Innovation Hub offers entrepreneurs and startups an 80% discount on operator fees, combining SEZ incentives with co-working spaces, mentorship programs, and access to venture capital networks. Whether you’re a scaling startup or an established tech giant, TRIFIC provides the infrastructure and incentives to accelerate your growth.

Strategic Market Access

Position your technology services to serve 1.4 billion people across Africa through Kenya’s membership in AfCFTA (African Continental Free Trade Area) and EAC (East Africa Community). TRIFIC offers the perfect launchpad for SaaS platforms, cloud services, AI development, and digital transformation initiatives targeting the continent’s fastest-growing markets.

Investment Funds

Your Gateway to Africa’s Investment Frontier.
Africa is the world’s last major emerging market and TRIFIC gives investment funds the ideal platform to access and manage capital across the continent. As Kenya’s premier SEZ for financial services, we offer the infrastructure, incentives, and ecosystem global fund managers need to thrive.

Unmatched Fiscal Efficiency.
TRIFIC’s SEZ status delivers exceptional tax advantages:

  • 0% withholding tax on dividends and management fees repatriated abroad
  • 10% corporate tax rate on management fees for the first 10 years
  • 0% Capital Gains Tax on exits and portfolio realizations
  • 15% savings on foreign debt costs through tax exemptions

Strategic African Hub.
Nairobi is the gateway to East and Central Africa — home to the UN, World Bank, and hundreds of global firms. TRIFIC is located:

  • 30 minutes from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
  • Within Nairobi’s diplomatic blue zone
  • At the heart of Africa’s most stable democracy
  • With easy access to 500 million consumers in the EAC

Robust Legal & Regulatory Framework.
Operate confidently within Kenya’s strong financial ecosystem:

  • Partnership with the Nairobi Centre for International Arbitration (NCIA)
  • Dedicated Special Arbitration Court within TRIFIC
  • One-stop licensing and permits with 30-day turnaround
  • Strong IP protection and governance standards

Grade A Infrastructure.
Our ready-to-occupy 150,000 sq. ft. of office space and 1.2 million sqm of development capacity feature:

  • Plug-and-play executive offices
  • Secure data centers and modern communications
  • 24-hour controlled access and surveillance
  • Meeting and hospitality facilities for investors

Access to Deal Flow.
Connect directly with Africa’s investment ecosystem:

  • Startups and innovators in TRIFIC’s Innovation Hub
  • Nairobi’s thriving entrepreneurial community
  • Regular networking events with business and government leaders

Sponsored by Centum Investment Group, East Africa’s leading listed investment company, TRIFIC blends institutional credibility with entrepreneurial energy.

Financial Services

Lead Africa’s Financial Services Revolution.

As Africa’s financial markets expand, TRIFIC offers banks, insurers, capital markets, and fintech firms the ideal base to scale across the continent. Kenya’s sophisticated financial ecosystem and TRIFIC’s SEZ incentives create the perfect environment for regional headquarters and pan-African operations.

Compelling Fiscal Regime.
TRIFIC’s tax structure boosts profitability and efficiency:

  • 10% corporate tax rate for the first 10 years (vs. 30% standard rate)
  • 0% withholding tax on dividends, interest, and management fees
  • 0% VAT on financial services
  • 0% Capital Gains Tax on investment portfolios
  • 15% savings on foreign debt through tax exemptions

Kenya’s Financial Leadership.
Position within Africa’s top financial hub — home to:

  • The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE)
  • Regional HQs for international banks and insurers
  • A pioneering fintech ecosystem led by M-Pesa
  • Strong forex and capital markets oversight

FinTech

Regulation & Infrastructure.
Operate confidently under Kenya’s globally recognized regulators — the Central Bank of Kenya, Insurance Regulatory Authority, and Capital Markets Authority — with robust compliance and IP protection.

  • Trading floor-ready offices and 99.99% uptime data centers
  • Meeting suites and on-site arbitration court (NCIA)
  • 24-hour security and executive amenities

Access to Financial Talent.
Kenya offers a deep pool of CPA, ACCA, and CFA-certified professionals fluent in international standards — cost-effective, English-speaking, and culturally aligned with global markets.

Strategic African Reach.
Serve 1.4 billion consumers through AfCFTA and EAC integration, leveraging Kenya’s leadership and the continent’s growing demand for advanced financial products.

One-Stop Financial Licensing.
TRIFIC’s Business Services Centre offers a simplified 30-day setup — handling SEZ licensing, regulatory approvals, work permits, and compliance through a single point of contact.

Purpose-Built Financial Hub.
Co-locate with leading banks, fintechs, and service providers in a live-work environment offering executive housing, international schools, and a 178-room Holiday Inn for business travelers.

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