Kenya got some very good economic news this week. New data showed that the country's private sector grew at its fastest rate in more than five years. The most recent monthly business activity survey for November found a Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) of 55.0, which is the highest level since late 2020 and shows strong momentum in many industries.  This amazing growth is due to more people wanting to buy things, households having more money to spend, and businesses feeling m

Kenya is poised for a significant boost in its agricultural export sector, as fresh talks with U.S. trade officials have identified key Kenyan products — including fresh-cut flowers, coffee, macadamia nuts and tea — as ready for entry into American retail chains. The discussions, held in Nairobi, emphasized strengthening private-sector-led partnerships, improving post-harvest handling, ensuring compliance with international standards and enhancing traceability systems across