Nairobi – In a welcome move for investors and business partners, Kenya has announced that it will aim for a budget deficit of 4.9 % of GDP  for the fiscal year 2026/27, virtually unchanged from the 4.8 % target for the current year. This decision was communicated by a senior official of the Ministry of Finance as part of the government’s strategy to strengthen fiscal discipline and boost investor confidence. The fact that the government is choosing to hold back from higher de

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

In a move set to strengthen Kenya’s global and regional economic ties, the Government of Kenya, the diplomatic corps and industry leaders convened in Nairobi for a seminar focused on the Global Development Initiative (GDI). The event, hosted at the Chinese Embassy in Kenya, brought together senior government officials, diplomats, multilateral agency representatives, academics and business executives. The agenda centred on how the GDI can foster fairer, greener and more inclus

Investors’ wealth on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has climbed by approximately KSh 1.04 trillion  this year, underscoring a vibrant resurgence of capital-market activity in Kenya. Driven by robust corporate earnings, low government-bond yields and an increased appetite for equities, the market capitalisation has now surpassed KSh 3 trillion. Analysts point to this rally as a clear demonstration of renewed investor confidence in Kenya’s business environment and econom

Today, Kenya took centre stage in African tourism – earning recognition as the continent’s top tourism destination, an accolade that brings strong momentum for business, travel, and investment ties between Kenyan and Arab markets. This success signals a fresh wave of opportunity for trade, hospitality, and partnerships in the tourism sector, with ripple effects across both Kenya and the Arab world. A Landmark Achievement The award was presented just this week to honour Kenya’

The Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company has officially launched a simplified sewer system  in the Mukuru kwa Njenga area, a move that is transforming sanitation and quality of life for thousands of residents. For decades, residents in this densely populated community faced unsafe and unhygienic sanitation conditions. Today, the new system marks a turning point: it uses shallow, flexible pipes that are easier and cheaper to install, designed to serve communities where trad

Kenya’s business environment continues to grow stronger as the country makes progress in improving its financial systems and transparency standards. Recent developments across Africa show that the continent is moving toward better financial compliance and regulation, and Kenya is firmly part of this positive change. Kenya has enhanced its monitoring systems and policies to fight financial crimes, making its economy more trustworthy and attractive to investors. This progress h

Kenya is celebrating an inspiring moment in its digital journey as Safaricom marks its 25th anniversary. The company, which began operations in 2000, has grown to become one of the most influential forces in Africa’s communication and financial technology sectors. This celebration highlights Kenya’s remarkable progress in innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusion. During a ceremony in Nairobi this week, the company’s leadership reflected on how Kenya transformed from a coun

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In a landmark moment for Kenya’s digital future, Airtel Kenya  has officially started construction on what will become the largest and...

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