In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, the United States has imposed a 10 percent reciprocal tariff on Kenyan exports, marking the latest move in President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff campaign. Announced on April 3, 2025, this new tariff is part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration to recalibrate global trade relations by […]

In a bold move to accelerate national development, President William Ruto has unveiled a Sh1.12 billion power project aimed at connecting over 9,000 households in Laikipia County to electricity. This announcement is part of a broader government drive to expand critical infrastructure across Kenya. During his recent visit to the region, the President not only […]

In a groundbreaking collaboration set to reshape the cultural and digital landscape of Kenya, the Nakuru County Government and Safaricom have signed a strategic deal to support investments in technology aimed at enhancing the creative sector and the arts. The partnership is designed to provide critical digital infrastructure and incentives that will empower artists and […]

In a determined move to drive economic transformation and development in one of Kenya’s most vibrant regions, President William Ruto has embarked on a development tour across Mt. Kenya. The tour—an integral part of his Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda—aims to commission completed projects, inspect ongoing ones, and launch new initiatives that promise to reshape the […]

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 […]