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Kenya’s 2025 budget prioritizes inclusive growth through investments in infrastructure, health, education, and digital economy, with a focus on job creation, poverty reduction, and green growth. Funding is aligned with Vision 2030 and climate adaptation goals.
Kenya’s export potential lies in agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and tech sectors. With strong growth forecasts and government support, the country can boost foreign exchange through value addition, sustainable practices, and improved infrastructure and investment climate.
Read MoreKenya's Data Protection Act mandates that organizations ensure legal data handling. This study assesses compliance in insurance, banking, and e-commerce, noting successes and challenges. Recommendations include promoting data security, training, and stronger enforcement.
Read MoreKenya's startup ecosystem is strong, ranking second in Eastern Africa and 63rd globally, with thriving sectors like climate tech, e-commerce, fintech, and agritech. Government programs support startups, and funding opportunities are growing, with a strong focus on youth and women entrepreneurs.
Read MoreGovernment securities offer short-, medium-, and long-term investments. Treasury bills are short-term, Treasury bonds are medium- to long-term. The Central Bank auctions bonds monthly and T-bills weekly. These fixed-income securities provide consistent returns
Read MoreNew insurance premium taxes, road tolls, and congestion levies set to significantly increase vehicle ownership costs as Kenya's Ministry of Transport implements comprehensive taxation changes to address critical infrastructure financing shortfalls.
Read MoreComprehensive analysis of Kenya's betting landscape as the Finance Bill 23/24 and Gaming Control Bill 2023 introduce unprecedented regulatory changes, with gross gaming revenue declining by 63% while government tax collection increased 26% year-over-year.
Read MoreKenya’s public debt reached Ksh 10.6T (70% of GDP) by June 2024. Despite high debt distress risk, fiscal reforms aim to cut deficits. Economic growth is forecast at 5.3% in 2025, driven by agriculture and services. Risks include inflation, investor flight, and limited fiscal space. Debt strategy focuses on domestic borrowing, risk reduction, and transparency.
Read MoreKenya's AfCFTA strategy aims to boost industrialization through value-added exports in textiles, pharmaceuticals, and more. Exports to Africa rose over 20% in 2023–24. Policy shifts in 2025 will enhance trade facilitation, diversify revenue, and support SMEs, positioning Kenya for deeper regional integration and competitiveness.
Read MoreThe African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) represents a transformative economic initiative that offers Kenya unprecedented opportunities for trade expansion, economic diversification, and strategic regional integration
Read MoreKenya's economic policies focus on climate action, fiscal reform, and social support. Measures include tax cuts, subsidies, monetary easing, investment in green energy and infrastructure, and support for SMEs and vulnerable groups. The goal is sustainable growth, inflation control, and resilience to global economic shocks.
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