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In a landmark event that underscores the deepening economic ties between Kenya and China, the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KNCCI) actively participated in the China (Chongqing) – Kenya Economic & Trade Cooperation Exchange Meeting. The event, held in Chongqing—a bustling economic hub in southwest China—brought together business leaders, policymakers, and trade experts […]

A new report by the Digital Financial Services Association of Kenya (DFSAK) has revealed that Kenyans are borrowing an estimated Sh15 billion every month, or roughly Sh500 million daily, as the country grapples with deepening financial challenges. The report paints a vivid picture of a nation where digital lending platforms have become a lifeline for […]

In a bold step to transform its agricultural sector and secure long-term food stability, the Kenyan government has unveiled the National Irrigation Sector Investment Plan (NISIP). Launched on March 21, 2025, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, the comprehensive 10-year strategy seeks to expand the country’s irrigated area by one million acres […]

Kenya Railways is redefining the landscape of regional development through its innovative integration of modern transport solutions and revitalized rail networks. The recent introduction of a stopover for the Madaraka Express Passenger train at Voi station has sparked a notable uptick in economic activity, particularly in the Taita Taveta region. This development is part of […]

In an exciting display of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, nine startups from the inaugural cohort of the Safaricom Spark Accelerator Programme pitched their groundbreaking ideas at an investor demo day held on March 24, 2025. The event, which took place against the backdrop of Kenya’s thriving tech ecosystem, showcased a diverse array of ventures spanning […]

In a candid and thought-provoking interview on Citizen TV, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi warned that Kenya is burdened with an extraordinarily expensive government. According to Mbadi, the high costs of running the national administration, particularly through enormous salary payments and hefty debt servicing obligations, are choking the country’s fiscal space and slowing down […]

In a landmark move that underscores the growing importance of sustainable agriculture in Kenya, Proparco, the French development finance institution, together with Equity Group, has signed a groundbreaking agreement. The grant—totaling Sh141,260,000 in technical assistance—is earmarked for the implementation of the “Climate Resilient Agri-Food Systems” (CRAFS) project by the Equity Group Foundation (EGF). The initiative […]

Sudan has taken a dramatic diplomatic step by suspending all imports from Kenya—a move that signals a deepening rift between the two nations. The decision comes in the wake of Kenya hosting representatives of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) last month, during which these controversial figures signed a charter to establish a parallel government in […]

Kenya announced on Monday its ambitious plan to boost its dairy product exports to nine billion Kenyan shillings—approximately $69.5 million—in 2025, a substantial jump from 7.3 billion Kenyan shillings in 2023. This bold target comes as the country works to consolidate its growing reputation as a key player in the global dairy market. The Kenya […]

Kenya and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached a significant turning point in their economic engagement as formal talks on a new lending programme commence. This development comes after both sides mutually agreed to forgo the ninth review of the current $3.6 billion programme under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Extended Credit Facility […]