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Parliament has removed the 33% ownership cap on capital markets firms, shifting authority to set shareholding limits to the Cabinet Secretary with CMA input. The reform aims to attract larger investors, support consolidation and modernize the sector, while core licensing and governance rules under Section 29(1) remain intact.
This research examines how Kenya's Gambling Control Act 2025 (effective August 20, 2025) fundamentally restructures betting demand elasticity among youth populations through mandatory SHIF/pension deductions embedded in every betting stake.
Read MoreKenya's Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 establishes a dual-licensing regime requiring crypto-based betting platforms to comply with both virtual asset and gambling laws. This framework enhances regulation, consumer protection, and AML oversight but raises significant compliance costs and operational challenges for market participants.
Read MoreKenya launched the FY 2026/27 and Medium-Term Budget process on Aug 25, 2025, at KICC. It aligns fiscal planning with the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda and MTP IV, ensuring transparency, public participation and efficient resource allocation for growth, jobs and inclusive development amid global uncertainties.
Read MoreThe 2025 Devolution Conference in Homa Bay, held from August 12-15, gathers 10,000+ delegates to discuss Kenya's devolved governance, focusing on equity, inclusion, and social justice. It promotes economic growth, tourism, healthcare outreach, and community empowerment, showcasing county innovations and cultural heritage.
Read MoreThe Finance Act 2025 extends mortgage interest tax relief to loans for constructing homes, allowing annual deductions up to KES 360,000. While aimed at boosting homeownership and housing demand, its low cap and rising construction costs limit impact. Recommendations include raising the cap, expanding eligibility and promoting affordable financing.
Read MoreThe CBK cut rates six times to 9.75% by June 2025, aiming to boost credit, growth and exports. Lending rates fell but banks remain cautious due to high NPLs. Key sectors like SMEs, real estate, and manufacturing benefit. Inflation stays low (3.8%), but structural risks could limit impact.
Read MoreDigital assets will be regulated across industries by the Virtual Assets Providers Bill 2025. It affects gaming, insurance, finance, and betting by requiring license for sites that use virtual currency. There will be oversight of betting coins and gaming tokens. Compliance is required of insurers who use tokenized assets. All are subject to AML/CFT regulations.
Read MoreThe 2025 Finance Bill in Kenya is expected to introduce new taxes to increase revenue, expand the tax base, and align with global tax rules. These measures will likely impact various sectors through digital service tax expansion, environmental levies, excise duty adjustments, wealth tax implementation and VAT exemption re-evaluations.
Read MoreKenya offers tax incentives—like reduced corporate taxes, VAT/duty exemptions, and excise cuts—to boost green growth, electric vehicles, and solar energy adoption, aiming to lower emissions and promote sustainable development.
Read MoreThe debate on taxing companies that replace workers with robots is complex. Supporters argue it could fund social programs and reduce job displacement, while detractors fear stifling innovation and hindering economic growth.
Read MoreKenya's 2025 budget prioritizes sectors like education, energy, infrastructure, public administration, governance, and health to balance economic growth and social welfare.
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