The Competition Authority of Kenya CAK, which successfully bid to host the forum, said that Kenyas selection symbolises the milestones achieved in promoting consumer welfare in recent years.
We look forward to sharing our experience in promoting consumer protection both nationally and regionally as we work towards common solutions with leaders in attendance, said Dr Adano Wario, CAK's acting director-general.
Consumers International, a London-based charity, is gathering governments, international agencies, businesses and civil society to tackle pressing issues impacting consumers worldwide. It is held every four years.
The forum, which will take place on December 6 to 8, seeks answers to crucial questions as the world grapples with various disasters, such as rising consumer prices, climate change hazards, and consumer vulnerability amidst rapid digitization.
Global leaders have a short window of opportunity to address the most significant challenges threatening people and the planet. Over the past years, we have seen that breakthrough solutions will be reliant on consumers, said Consumers International's chief executive, Helena Leurent.
Previous editions of the Congress have been held in Portugal 2003, Australia 2007, Hong Kong 2011 and Brazil 2015, and Portugal 2019.