Updated 10 November 2026
The Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention 2026, known as KDHC’26, takes place from 9 to 11 December 2026 at the Jacaranda Hotel in Westlands, Nairobi, with sessions also streamed online. It is the 13th edition of the annual convention run by the Kenya Diaspora Alliance (KDA), and this year’s focus is moving diaspora money from remittances into structured investment. If you are a Kenyan abroad planning a December trip home, or a business or county looking to meet diaspora investors, here is what is on, who attends and how to register.
Updated November 2026. Details are from the organiser’s About KDHC’26 page and KDHC home page, checked on 10 November 2026. Confirm the programme with the organiser before you book travel.
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Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention 2026: key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | 13th Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention (KDHC’26) |
| Dates | Wednesday 9 to Friday 11 December 2026 |
| Daily hours | 8:00am to 5:00pm |
| Venue | Jacaranda Hotel, Westlands, Nairobi, plus a livestream (hybrid) |
| Host | Kenya Diaspora Alliance (KDA), with the African Diaspora Alliance (AfDA) |
| Theme | “Investments and Innovation for Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development” |
| Expected attendance | 500+ in person and 1,000+ online, according to the organiser |
| Contact | info@kdhc.co.ke, +254 757 903 452 |
The KDA describes itself as an umbrella body of more than 67 diaspora organisations with over 500,000 members in 60 countries. Its global chairperson is Dr Shem J. Ochuodho, who the organiser says is also co-president of the African Diaspora Alliance.
Theme and objectives
The organisers say the 2026 theme marks a shift from a convention built mainly around remittance advocacy to one built around bankable projects, small businesses and startups. The published objectives are to:
- Mobilise diaspora capital by showcasing vetted, regulated investment opportunities through the KDA Deal Room.
- Drive innovation transfer in areas such as AI, blockchain, agritech, education, mining and health technology.
- Strengthen policy dialogue with government on special economic zones, diaspora bonds and the ease of doing business.
- Build partnerships with other African diaspora organisations.
- Showcase success by connecting diaspora-led ventures with financiers, venture capital firms, SACCOs and real estate investors.
- Advance women and youth participation through a dedicated programme.
What is new at the Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention 2026
- Women and Youth Economic Participation Programme: a new “Pillar 4” with its own agenda, budget and board-reported targets.
- Investment Deal Room: formal pitching sessions for pre-vetted, bankable projects of USD 100 million or more.
- Government Commitment Session: specific, time-bound commitments placed on the public record and revisited at KDHC 2027.
- Electoral participation side session: the home page says KDHC’26 hosts its first dedicated session on diaspora voting and representation.
The organiser’s stated targets for the convention include a joint communiqué at the close, USD 10 million or more in investment leads and commitments through the Deal Room, and 50 or more memoranda of understanding between diaspora groups, local firms and counties. These are goals, not results, and should be judged after the event.
Who attends
The organiser lists diaspora investors and professionals; national and county government ministries, departments and agencies; special economic zone authorities; commercial banks, fintechs and SACCOs; venture capital firms; development partners; universities, colleges and TVETs; and private-sector entrepreneurs. For a Kenyan business, that makes the convention one of the few places to meet many diaspora investors in a single room.
How to register for the Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention
- Go to the Registration section of kdhc.co.ke and create an account.
- Choose to attend in person at the Jacaranda Hotel or online through the livestream.
- Use the same site to apply to speak, exhibit or become a partner.
- Check the Program page closer to the date for session times.
The organiser had not published ticket prices on the pages we checked, so confirm any fee on the registration page before you pay. The event is also listed in our Kenya business events calendar, alongside other business events in Kenya for December.
Plan your December trip home
If you are flying in for the convention, use the trip to sort the paperwork that is easier to do in person. Our guides cover opening a dollar account, diaspora mortgages and health insurance for family back home. Before you invest in any project pitched at the Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention, check that the promoter is licensed by the relevant regulator, such as the Capital Markets Authority for investment schemes or SASRA for SACCOs, and get independent advice.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention 2026?
From 9 to 11 December 2026, from 8:00am to 5:00pm each day.
Where is KDHC 2026 being held?
At the Jacaranda Hotel in Westlands, Nairobi. It is a hybrid event, so you can also follow online.
Who organises the Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention?
The Kenya Diaspora Alliance (KDA), an umbrella body of more than 67 diaspora organisations, in partnership with the African Diaspora Alliance.
How much does it cost to attend KDHC 2026?
The organiser had not published ticket prices on its About and home pages when we checked on 10 November 2026. Check the registration page on kdhc.co.ke.
What is the KDA Deal Room?
A formal pitching session at the convention for pre-vetted, bankable projects of USD 100 million or more, aimed at diaspora investors.
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