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AI is revolutionizing Kenya’s property valuation by boosting speed, accuracy and transparency through AVMs and BIM. However, data gaps, limited regulation and trust issues persist. A hybrid model blending AI and expert input, better data sharing and algorithm transparency are key to credible, ethical valuations.
Sameer Africa and Home Afrika led gains, while Umeme and Kenya Airways declined sharply. Investment and Insurance sectors outperformed, but Banking and REITs lagged. Market gains were concentrated in few stocks, signaling volatility. Investors are advised to diversify, favor strong sectors and review fundamentals before entry.
Read MoreKenya’s 2025 real estate market is shaped by rapid urbanization, infrastructure growth and a 2M-unit housing deficit. Key trends include green homes, smart buildings, e-commerce-driven logistics, satellite town growth and mixed-use projects. Opportunities lie in affordable housing, land and hospitality, though risks include oversupply, financing hurdles and economic volatility.
Read MoreData analytics is revolutionizing insurance by enabling predictive pricing, fraud detection, customer personalization and operational efficiency. With rising adoption, insurers must overcome data quality, legacy systems and skill gaps. By 2025, AI, IoT and blockchain will drive real-time, customer-centric and compliant insurance models.
Read MoreCBK’s revised Risk-Based Credit Pricing Model replaces CBR with KESONIA for loan pricing, promoting transparency and global alignment. Banks must disclose all costs and adopt borrower-specific risk premiums. Implementation begins Sept 2025 for new loans and Feb 2026 for existing ones, requiring major system upgrades and improved credit scoring.
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 MoreKenya’s dollar millionaires fell from 7,200 in 2024 to 6,800 in 2025 due to economic uncertainty, currency depreciation, political unrest, high taxes and capital flight. Wealthy individuals diversified assets abroad, while protests and governance issues worsened investor confidence. Reforms and incentives are needed to stabilize and grow wealth.
Read MoreKenya’s 2024 CBK Bank Supervision Report shows a resilient, profitable sector with strong capital (15.5%) and liquidity (49.2%). Assets grew 10.1% to KSh 7.7T, while NPLs eased to 13.4%. Digital finance and regulation advanced, though risks remain from global shocks, high NPLs, and cyber threats. Outlook for 2025 is positive but cautious.
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 MoreGPT-5 is set to transform finance and economics with real-time analysis, fraud detection, personalized advice, autonomous financial agents and multimodal reporting. It enhances speed, reasoning, and automation, but human oversight is key for ethical and accurate implementation.
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 MoreNairobi’s real estate is shifting toward high-rise luxury in central areas and affordable housing in satellite towns. Tech, sustainability, and mixed-use developments are rising. Dollar pricing and Airbnb boost rents. Satellite towns lead growth amid economic, regulatory, and oversupply concerns.
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