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 bold and calculated move that could reshape international trade dynamics, President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a two-step approach to imposing a new tariff regime. Sources familiar with the discussions reveal that the administration is exploring rarely used legal provisions to deploy emergency duties immediately, while simultaneously launching in-depth investigations into its trading […]
In a decisive move to help one of Africa’s smallest economies weather fiscal challenges and transition toward a more sustainable future, the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a $7.9 million grant to support São Tomé and Príncipe’s economic recovery. The funding, awarded under the Transitional Support Facility, comes as part of the country’s […]
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 […]
In a move that has sent shockwaves through global markets and reignited simmering trade tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a sweeping 25% tariff on imported vehicles, effective April 3, 2025. The measure, unveiled against a backdrop of escalating global economic uncertainty, has ignited fears of a broader trade war and is already prompting retaliatory […]
In a bold move to fortify its foreign exchange reserves and stabilize the depreciating Tanzanian shilling, the country’s mining regulator has mandated that all gold mining firms and traders sell at least 20% of their gold production to the Bank of Tanzania (BoT). The directive, which took effect in October following the enactment of new […]
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 statement that underscores Indonesia’s proactive monetary policy, Bank Indonesia (BI) has declared its readiness to intervene and stabilise the rupiah, which is flirting with its lowest levels in 27 years. Despite the currency’s recent slide—hitting levels last seen during the Asian Financial Crisis of 1998—domestic market sentiment remains upbeat, bolstered by robust fundamentals […]
In an ambitious bid to steer Africa towards a more prosperous and inclusive future, economic stakeholders from across the continent are set to gather in Kigali, Rwanda, for the “100 Most Notable Africans Leadership and Business Summit 2025.” The three-day event, scheduled for July 4-6 at the Marriott Hotel Kigali, promises to be a dynamic […]
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 […]
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