Your Gateway to Kenya's Markets
We help foreign investors, international businesses and entrepreneurs successfully enter, invest and grow in Kenya's markets.
About Us
Investing in Kenya Starts with the Right Partner
Zola Consultants is a market entry and investment advisory firm that helps foreign investors, international businesses, and entrepreneurs establish and grow successful businesses in Kenya.
From evaluating investment opportunities and developing market entry strategies to establishing businesses and supporting long-term expansion, we work alongside our clients throughout their entire investment journey.
Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in investment advisory, finance, law, and project delivery to provide practical solutions that reduce complexity, manage risk, and create long-term value.
We provide strategic advisory and practical support throughout every stage of your investment journey.
Understand the market before you invest through research and market intelligence.
Identify, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities with confidence.
Business Establishment
Register your company, obtain approvals, and establish operations efficiently.
A trusted local partner representing your interests throughout your investment journey.
Support for scaling operations, entering new markets, and achieving sustainable growth.
Support for scaling operations, entering new markets, and achieving sustainable growth.
Industries
We advise investors across industries that are driving Kenya’s economic transformation.
Supporting banks, fintech companies, investment firms, insurance companies, development finance institutions and financial service providers entering Kenya.
Investment opportunities across commercial farming, horticulture, livestock, food processing, agri-tech, export value chains and agricultural infrastructure.
Hotels, resorts, safari lodges, tour operators, destination development, convention centres, eco-tourism and hospitality investments.
Technology companies, digital services, software, BPO, AI, innovation hubs, media, gaming, animation and creative industries.
Commercial developments, mixed-use projects, industrial parks, logistics parks, affordable housing and infrastructure investments.
Ports, fisheries, aquaculture, marine logistics, coastal tourism and maritime infrastructure.
Solar, wind, geothermal, waste-to-energy, carbon markets, green infrastructure and climate investments.
Mineral exploration, extraction, processing, industrial minerals and responsible natural resource development.
Investment Process
We partner with investors, hospitality brands, and tourism operators entering and expanding within Kenya’s tourism and hospitality sector. Our clients trust us to provide the strategy, structure, and execution required to build successful, high-performing ventures.
Our Clients
We partner with investors, hospitality brands, and tourism operators entering and expanding within Kenya’s tourism and hospitality sector. Our clients trust us to provide the strategy, structure, and execution required to build successful, high-performing ventures.
Our Story in Numbers
Our journey is defined by measurable impact within Kenya’s tourism and hospitality sector. Each number reflects our commitment to delivering structured investments, successful market entry and sustainable growth for our clients.
Client Testimonials
Daniele Bellofiore
Managing Director, Un Posto Nel Mondo Ltd
Working with Zola Consultants transformed my vision into a fully operational tour company in Kenya. Their guidance on market entry, licensing, and structure made Un Posto Nel Mondo successful and sustainable.
Evangiline Kabue
Beautiful Dawn Tours & Travel
Zola Consultants has been instrumental in managing my tours and travel business finances in Kenya. Their expertise in accounting, tax compliance, and reporting gives me clarity, confidence, and focus on growth.
Fabrizio Bigotti
Wildlife Photographer
Zola Consultants made my transition into working in Kenya seamless and efficient. Their support with immigration, permits, and documentation allowed me to focus fully on my photography and professional growth.
Our Partners
We collaborate with a network of strategic partners across government, finance and the private sector to deliver seamless market entry and successful tourism and hospitality investments. These partnerships enable efficient execution, regulatory alignment, and long-term operational success.
