Kenya is proud to celebrate Jamhuri Day today, which marks more than 60 years since the country became a republic. This important national holiday is a time to remember how Kenya gained its independence and how the country is becoming a regional economic powerhouse and a reliable partner for trade and investment around the world. On Jamhuri Day, people in Nairobi and other big cities celebrate Kenya's past, its strength, and its vision for the future. Government leaders, busi

Kenya received positive economic news today as new national figures indicated stronger-than-expected growth across key sectors, especially construction, transport, digital services, and agriculture. According to the latest official data released this week, the country’s economic outlook for the coming year has improved noticeably, showing renewed confidence from both local and international investors. Kenya’s construction sector, in particular, has recorded one of its fastest

Kenya’s construction sector received a major boost today as Nairobi authorities announced a new city-wide program promoting sustainable and energy-efficient building practices. The initiative aims to support developers, investors, and construction firms adopting low-carbon technologies, making the capital one of the region’s leaders in green construction. The announcement comes at a time when Kenya is experiencing steady growth in urban development. Demand for modern resident

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 has recorded its fastest expansion since December 2021, marking a renewed period of economic confidence and opening fresh opportunities for trade and investment between Kenya and Arab markets. The latest economic survey shows that Kenya’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 52.5 in October , up from 51.9 in September. A PMI reading above 50 indicates economic growth. This improvement reflects stronger demand, higher new orders, and increased output

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

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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