Kenya Association of Building and Civil Engineering Contractors
Our main objective is to foster and advance matters of common interest of contractors in their course of doing their businesses.
About KABCEC
The Kenya Association of Building and Civil Engineering Contractors (KABCEC) is an Association bringing together building and civil engineering contractors in Kenya.
It was formed in 1949 and currently enjoys a membership of over 400 employer organizations who are top contractors in the country. The contractors employ hundreds of thousands of construction workers directly and indirectly.
Our main objective is to foster and advance matters of common interest of contractors in their course of doing their businesses. It is in the view of this objective that KABCEC participates actively in the formulation, revision, amendment and improvement of the Conditions of Contract for Building works.
We also aim at establishing amicable arrangements and relations between our members and their workmen. The Association works hand in hand with the Union and the Ministry of Labour in formulating the minimum terms and conditions of employment for construction workers contained in a Collective Bargain Agreement (CBA)….Read More
5th Annual KABCEC Golf Tournament
Muthaiga Golf Club 27th February 2026
The KABCEC 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament was a great success!
We were proud to host over 150 golfers, supported by 23 amazing sponsors, and welcomed more than 350 attendees for a fantastic day of golf, networking, and industry connection.
A sincere thank you to all the players, sponsors, partners, and guests who participated and helped make the event memorable. Your continued support strengthens the construction community and makes events like this possible.
KABCEC remains dedicated to creating meaningful platforms where businesses can engage with our members and connect with key professionals across the construction industry. If your organization is seeking to increase its visibility, establish strategic partnerships, and present its products or services to a highly targeted audience, we warmly invite you to take part in our upcoming events.
By partnering with us, you gain access to a distinguished network that supports collaboration, business growth, and innovation within the construction sector. Reach out to us today to learn more about the available sponsorship opportunities.
To confirm your participation and secure your spot, kindly reach out to us at +254 724 568 324 or +254 738 427 465.
You can also send us an email at info@kabcec.co.ke
We look forward to having you on board.
4th Annual KABCEC Golf Tournament
Muthaiga Golf Club 28th February 2025
4th Annual KABCEC Golf Tournament
Muthaiga Golf Club 28th February 2025
KABCEC CPD Convention 2026
22st & 22nd May 2025-Broadwalk Mall
The Kenya Association of
Building and Civil Engineering Contractors (KABCEC) is proud to invite all
Contractors, Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, and all stakeholders in
the construction industry to the KABCEC CPD Convention 2026.
Theme: What Builds Kenya – Understanding Materials
& Site Services (from Source to Site).
CPD points will be recognized for professionals
registered with:
NCA 10 points | BORAQS 10 points | EBK 8 points
Join us for two days of knowledge sharing,
networking, and industry engagement focused on the materials, technologies, and
services that drive Kenya’s construction sector.
Date: 21st & 22nd May 2026
Venue:
Broadwalk Mall, Ojijo Road, Nairobi
This convention offers professionals an
opportunity to:
Gain CPD
points required for renewal of practising licences
Learn from
leading industry experts and suppliers
Understand
materials and site services from source to site
Network
with key professionals in Kenya’s built environment
To confirm your participation and secure your
spot, kindly reach out to us at
+254 724 568 324 or +254 738 427 465.
Register
now and be part of what builds Kenya!
The participation fee is KES 5,000/- for KABCEC members and KES 7,500/- for non-members. Payments can be made via:
PayBill: 982800
Account Number: 3000197893
Account Name: KABCEC Events
KABCEC CPD Convention 2025
22nd &23rd May 2025 - Broadwalk Mall, Nairobi
KABCEC CPD Convention did not only give each attendee an opportunity to network and socialize with the key stakeholders in the construction industry but also gave everyone a chance to learn and broaden their knowledge on various industry topics. This landmark convention drew a diverse array of professionals from across Kenya’s built environment that is Contractors, Architects, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, Suppliers and their partners, all geared to formulating a blueprint for putting up ideal safe buildings under the theme, “Affordable Housing and the New Building Code.”
Thank you to all our Sponsors and Partners for making this event a success.
maccaferriworld
sanpacafrica
basco_paints
aluglassafrica
laxconhardware_
Laxcon Interior Solutions Limited
apexsteelltd
xcaliburglobal
construction.chemicals
hydroaluminium_ke
alumilsystemseastafrica
kenbroindustriesltd
imbankke
sika_kenya
kenyabuildconexpo
mayfairinsurance.ke
saintgobaingroup
Jaisham Ltd
Ark Construction
Mahesh&Tirth
nca_kenya
boraqs_kenya
engineersboardofkenya
KABCEC 2025 NEWSLETTER
Our Membership
Our membership comprises not only Building and Civil Engineering Contractors, but also Specialists Contractors and Sub-contractors such as lifts contractors, Electrical Contractors and Plumbing contractors.
Benefits of Membership
By belonging to the Association, you stand to gain a number of benefits including:
- An opportunity to lobby for issues of concern to you as a Contractor, be it lobbying for fair conditions of Contracts, Terms and Conditions of employing your Workers, Government Policy, etc. In a nutshell, you get the opportunity of influencing the Contracting Business.
- KABCEC organizes Seminars geared at educating our members on contentious issues in the Contracting Business such as the administration of Value Added Tax, Labour relations, Contractual rights, Claims etc.
- Belonging to the Association also presents you with the opportunity to interact with likeminded persons with whom you can share ideas and experiences.
- The Association has formed an Advocacy Committee (Comprising of Executive Members) that meet every first Saturday of the Month to receive and solve or advise members on contractual issues.
- Above all you can speak with one voice – a strong voice – when you belong to the Association of the largest contributors to Kenya’s Economy.
- It has become a mandatory requirement by the National Construction Authority for a Contractor to be a member of a Contractors’ Association for renewal of their practicing licence.
Achievements
Advocacy Highlights
We are a major stakeholder in the Building and Construction Industry
According to the CBS, the Construction Industry contributed over 7 percent of the Gross Domestic Product in 2020.
KABCEC Lobbied the reduction of Withholding Tax from the punitive 5% to 3%