The rise is mostly due to a big jump in new orders, which happened because businesses saw stronger demand from both local and regional markets. A lot of businesses said their sales were better and their customers were more confident. As businesses got more orders, they made more goods. This month, suppliers also delivered goods more quickly, which made it easier for businesses to run. Input costs stayed pretty stable, which helped businesses keep their costs down and stay pro

A good sign for Kenya and Arab business cooperation in the economy Kenya's economy is doing very well this month, with new data showing that the country's private sector grew the fastest in Africa. This good trend shows that businesses are more confident, there is more demand for Kenyan goods and services, and the business environment is more stable. The most recent national business activity report shows that private-sector growth in Kenya reached its highest level in more t

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 received positive economic news today as the latest international assessment upgraded the country’s projected growth rate for 2025 to 4.9% , up from the earlier estimate of 4.5%. The improvement is driven mainly by a strong recovery in the construction sector, which has regained momentum after a slowdown last year. According to the new analysis, construction activity across Kenya has increased steadily due to improved investor confidence, ongoing infrastructure projects

Kenya’s private sector continued to expand for the second month in a row, signaling renewed business confidence and a strengthening economic environment. The latest data shows that the country’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI)  reached 52.5  in October, up from 51.9  in September. A PMI above 50 represents growth, and this is the fastest pace of expansion since late 2021 . This rise reflects improved new orders, higher output, and greater optimism among businesses across key

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