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’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

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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