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A money market fund (MMF) is a type of unit trust that pools investors' money and invests it in low-risk,...
Read more →Serrari tracks and compares money market funds from Kenya's leading providers, including:
Read more →Minimums vary by provider:
Read more →Money market funds regulated by the CMA are among the safest investment vehicles in Kenya. They invest in...
Read more →You don't need a large sum to start investing in Kenya. Here are proven entry points:
Read more →In Kenya, investment safety generally follows this hierarchy from safest to higher risk:
Read more →4 USD-denominated fixed income unit trust funds. Returns in US Dollars.
CMA-regulated funds that invest in USD-denominated fixed income instruments — bonds, T-bills, and deposits — and pay returns in US Dollars.
Read more →Primarily fixed income funds from CMA-licensed fund managers including VCG, Nabo, Sanlam, and ICEA Lion.
Read more →Contact the fund manager directly. Minimums range from USD 500 (ICEA Lion) to USD 10,000 (VCG). KYC: ID + KRA PIN.
Read more →CBK weekly auction rates — risk-free, tax-exempt government securities.
You buy at a discount and receive full face value at maturity. The difference is your tax-free return.
Read more →Select a tenor, enter your investment amount, and see your exact tax-free return.
Calculate →Lower headline yield, but tax-free and sovereign-backed. See how they really compare.
Compare →Step-by-step: download app, open CDS account, bid in weekly auctions, pay via M-Pesa.
Get started →T-Bills are short-term government securities (91, 182, or 364 days) issued weekly by the CBK — tax-free for individuals.
Read more →T-Bill rates change every week following CBK auctions. As of March 2026, rates range between 7.5–8.5%.
Read more →Each tenor suits a different investment horizon and liquidity need.
Read more →Both are low-risk, but T-Bills are sovereign-backed and tax-free while MMFs offer daily liquidity.
Read more →Kenya Treasury bonds ranked by value — yield, price, and risk in one score.
Treasury Bonds are long-term government debt instruments issued by the CBK with maturities from 2 to 30 years.
Read more →You can invest via the CBK's DhowCSD platform — open an account, fund it, and bid in auctions directly.
Read more →Infrastructure Bonds are tax-free government bonds — interest earned is exempt from withholding tax.
Read more →Yes. The CBK's DhowCSD platform allows non-resident Kenyans to register and participate in bond auctions.
Read more →Track which areas are gaining value — land, apartments, villas, and commercial property.
You can verify land ownership through two official methods:
Read more →ArdhiSasa is Kenya's official government online land management platform, launched by the Ministry of Lands....
Read more →Most Kenyan banks require a minimum deposit of 10–20% of the property value to access a mortgage. The bank...
Read more →Both have merit depending on your budget, timeline, and goals — here's how to decide:
Read more →13 USD-denominated money market funds tracked. Returns in US Dollars.
A CMA-regulated fund that pools investors' US dollar deposits and invests in short-term, low-risk USD-denominated instruments.
Read more →USD MMFs shield your principal from Kenya Shilling depreciation while earning competitive dollar yields — popular with diaspora investors.
Read more →13 CMA-licensed fund managers offer USD MMFs including Nabo Capital, Cytonn, Old Mutual, Dry Associates, and more.
Read more →A unit trust pools money from many investors into a professionally managed fund that invests across equities, bonds, and money markets.
Read more →Money market funds are a type of unit trust, but unit trusts also include equity, balanced, and fixed income funds with different risk profiles.
Read more →Step-by-step guide to opening a unit trust account and making your first investment.
Read more →Minimums vary by fund manager — most start between KES 1,000 and KES 10,000.
Read more →Unit trusts charge annual management fees (typically 1–2.5%), entry/exit loads, and custodian fees — all deducted before the published NAV.
Read more →Fixed income unit trusts lead performance in 2025–2026, with top funds returning 13–16% annually.
Read more →KDIC-insured bank deposits ranked by published 12-month rate.
A fixed deposit locks your KES savings with a bank for a fixed term at a guaranteed interest rate — no market risk.
Read more →Top banks include NCBA, HF Group, and KCB for 12-month tenors. Rates are updated regularly on the dashboard.
Read more →Published 12-month rates range from 4% to 8.64% — varies by bank, term, and deposit amount.
Read more →Stanbic and DTB accept from KES 20,000; most banks set minimums between KES 50,000 and KES 100,000.
Read more →You can open a fixed deposit at any bank branch or via online banking — funds are locked for the agreed term.
Read more →Early withdrawal is allowed but usually incurs a penalty — typically forfeiting 50–100% of the accrued interest.
Read more →7 banks offering USD fixed deposits. Returns in US Dollars.
A bank deposit denominated in US Dollars, locked for a fixed term at a guaranteed interest rate. KDIC-insured up to the KES equivalent limit.
Read more →Standard Chartered, I&M Bank, Co-op Bank, DTB, National Bank, and others offer USD FD accounts with varying rates and terms.
Read more →Rates vary by bank and deposit size. Check the dashboard for the latest published rates.
Read more →Bank and M-Pesa savings ranked by verified interest rate.
The best account depends on your priorities — access vs. interest rate. Check the dashboard for the latest rankings.
Read more →Rates range from 2–7.5% p.a. depending on the account type — M-Pesa-linked accounts typically offer the highest rates.
Read more →Most banks allow you to open a savings account online or in-branch with your national ID and KRA PIN. Some require zero minimum balance.
Read more →Common fees: monthly maintenance (KES 50–200), ATM withdrawals, and ledger fees — compare total cost of ownership, not just the interest rate.
Read more →Only 14% of Kenyans can raise KES 13,000 within 30 days — making an emergency fund one of the most important financial steps you can take.
Read more →Financial experts recommend saving 10–20% of take-home income. Use the 50/30/20 rule: 50% needs, 30% wants, 20% savings.
Read more →7 banks offering USD savings accounts. Returns in US Dollars.
A bank account denominated in US Dollars that allows you to save, earn interest, and transact in USD — with flexible access.
Read more →Top banks include Co-op Bank, DTB, and Stanbic. Check the dashboard for the latest rates.
Read more →Published rates range from 0.5% to 3.0% p.a. Most banks pay 2.5–3.0%. Rates may be negotiable for larger balances.
Read more →Curated model portfolios, weekly research, and a community of serious investors building long-term wealth.
Coming SoonThe JSE All Share Index (ALSI) tracks the performance of all companies listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange — Africa's largest and most liquid stock exchange.
Read more →There are several routes for Kenyans and other Africans to invest on the JSE.
Read more →The JSE's largest companies by market capitalisation include global giants and African leaders.
Read more →Yes — ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds) are the simplest way to invest in the JSE index.
Read more →The NGX All Share Index (ASI) is the benchmark index of the Nigerian Exchange Limited — West Africa's largest stock market.
Read more →Options for cross-border investing in Nigerian equities.
Read more →The NGX's most capitalised and actively traded companies include banking, telecom, and industrial leaders.
Read more →Step-by-step guide to opening a brokerage account for the Nigerian Exchange.
Read more →The EGX 30 is the benchmark index of the Egyptian Exchange, tracking the 30 most liquid and highest-capitalisation stocks.
Read more →Access routes for African investors wanting EGX exposure.
Read more →The EGX holds a significant position among African exchanges.
Read more →The EGX has experienced significant growth driven by economic reforms.
Read more →Africa's GDP growth varies significantly by region and country.
Read more →Inflation remains a key challenge across the continent.
Read more →Debt-to-GDP measures how much a country owes relative to its economic output.
Read more →Central bank policy rates across major African economies.
Read more →A carbon credit represents one tonne of CO2 equivalent that has been reduced, avoided, or removed from the atmosphere.
Read more →ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance — a framework for evaluating sustainability risks.
Read more →A green bond is a fixed-income instrument where proceeds are exclusively used to fund environmental projects.
Read more →Investment opportunities in African carbon markets include voluntary credits, compliance markets, and funds.
Read more →The S&P 500 tracks the 500 largest publicly traded companies in the United States by market capitalisation.
Read more →Several platforms make S&P 500 investing accessible from Africa.
Read more →The FTSE 100 tracks the 100 largest companies listed on the London Stock Exchange.
Read more →The main routes for African investors to access global indexes.
Read more →Crypto prices in KES + USD, with Kenya context and risk notes.
Yes, cryptocurrency is now legally recognised in Kenya. The Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Act,...
Read more →The most common way to buy Bitcoin in Kenya is via peer-to-peer platforms like Binance P2P and Yellow Card.
Read more →Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies pegged to a fiat currency, typically the US dollar.
Read more →Under the Finance Act 2023, digital asset transactions attract a 3% Digital Asset Tax (DAT).
Read more →Digital dollars + yield ranges across CeFi and DeFi — with clear risk labels.
Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies pegged to a fiat currency, typically the US dollar.
Read more →Yes, cryptocurrency is now legally recognised in Kenya under the VASP Act.
Read more →DeFi (Decentralised Finance) protocols offer lending, borrowing, and yield on crypto without intermediaries.
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