Nairobi, Kenya selected to host the 2029 World Geothermal Congress
Nairobi, Kenya to host the 2029 World Geothermal Congress
Carlo Cariaga
9 Dec 2025
Nairobi, Kenya has been selected to host the 2029 World Geothermal Congress, marking the first time that the Congress will be held in Africa.
The International Geothermal Association (IGA) has announced that Nairobi, Kenya has been selected as the host city for the World Geothermal Congress 2029 (WGC2029). This marks the first time in history that the world’s flagship geothermal event will be held on the African continent.
As one of the world’s leading geothermal nations and a recognized pioneer in large scale geothermal power generation, Kenya offers a compelling setting for the Congress. WGC2029 will spotlight the innovation, ambition, and growth of geothermal development not only in Kenya but across the entire African region.
The IGA and the Geothermal Association of Kenya (GAK) will now begin co-developing the Hosting Agreement and operation planning for the Congress. The official hand-over from Calgary to Nairobi will take place during WGC2026.
“As an organization rooted in global collaboration, we are deeply proud that the World Geothermal Congress is heading to Africa for the first time. Kenya stands as a testament to what long-term vision can achieve, and WGC2029 will showcase the power and possibility of Africa’s geothermal future,” commented Dr. Marit Brommer, IGA Chief Execuitve Officer.
“Kenya’s victory to host WGC 2029 is a proud testament to our leadership in geothermal energy and Africa’s rising global stature. The Government of Kenya is committed to providing all required support to make this prestigious Congress a success. I look forward to participating in the hand over ceremony during the WGC 2026 in Calgary, Canada,” said Hon. Opiyo Wandayi, EGH, Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum.
“Thank you to all our partners; the Government of Kenya, Kenya Electricity Generating Company, Geothermal Development Company, United Nations Environment Programme, Tanzania Geothermal Development Company, Ethiopian Electric Power and many others from across the World. I assure IGA that GAK is committed to walking this journey to WGC 2029, and beyond, together,” further added Mr. Peketsa Mangi, Board Chairman of GAK.
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Source: IGA
