In a significant stride, Nairobi Gate Industrial Park unveiled East Africa’s maiden Special Economic Zone (SEZ), complete with a gazetted customs control area during yesterday’s inauguration. The industrial park now provides a consolidated hub, offering businesses operating within the facility a streamlined experience with various regulatory agencies, including the Kenya Revenue Authority, Kenya Ports Authority, […]

Kenya’s horticulture industry has demonstrated robust growth, recording a noteworthy 40% increase in export earnings for the third quarter. The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) unveiled these promising figures in its latest economic report released on Tuesday. Economic Momentum: Key Metrics During the July-September period, Kenya’s horticulture exports fetched 39.3 billion Kenyan shillings, reflecting a […]

October witnessed a commendable financial upswing for President William Ruto’s administration, with tax receipts showing a substantial 19.42% growth, totaling Sh170.48 billion compared to the same period last year. The surge can be attributed to the effective implementation of measures backed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Under the Finance Act of 2023, the Kenya […]

In a bid to alleviate concerns over mounting debt and economic stability, Kenyan President William Ruto has announced that Kenya will make an early repayment of $300 million towards its $2 billion Eurobond obligation. The payment, which was initially set for next June, will now take place in December, as reported by Ruto in his […]

Kenya’s National Treasury is facing a significant liquidity challenge due to a convergence of factors, according to Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung’u. Addressing the Finance and National Planning Committee, Ndung’u detailed the key issues that have led to this financial conundrum. At the core of the challenge are the maturing short-term debts, a weakening national currency, […]

Kenya’s electricity imports from Ethiopia have been reduced by half, a consequence of the severe drought affecting the Horn of Africa region. This setback was revealed by Energy Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir during the National Dialogue Committee hearings aimed at addressing the cost of living. Previously, Kenya had contracted to receive 200 megawatts of electricity […]

In a move of strategic importance, the Kenyan government is actively considering the purchase of up to a 20 percent stake in the Turkana oil project, with the outcome depending on a review of the project’s revised development plan and the availability of funds. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (Epra) director-general, Daniel Kiptoo, revealed […]

In a move to strengthen intra-African trade and foster economic integration, President William Ruto of Kenya has announced plans to remove visa requirements for African citizens traveling to Kenya. This initiative, set to take effect by the end of this year, aligns with Kenya’s commitment to realizing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Addressing […]

In a recently disclosed stress test, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has unveiled concerns regarding the exposure of commercial banks to their largest borrowers. This test, conducted in May, paints a worrying picture of the banking sector, highlighting vulnerabilities that have gone under the radar until now. The findings reveal that approximately half of […]

In a candid admission, the Central Bank of Kenya governor, Kamau Thugge, addressed a parliamentary committee on Tuesday, highlighting long-standing concerns about the overvaluation of the Kenyan shilling. This announcement comes as the shilling faces a steady decline, recently reaching historic lows, now exchanging at more than 150 against the US dollar. This represents a […]