economic

Kenya and China deepen cultural and economic ties

Kenya and China concluded the 2025 Kenya–China Culture and Tourism Season on Tuesday, marking a period of enhanced cultural cooperation…

5 months ago

Kenya Seeks Partnerships for Economic Growth

Kenya has launched the Electronic Government Procurement (eGP) System, intended to modernize public procurement processes. The system aims to increase…

5 months ago

Digital Remittances Boost Economic Growth in Africa

Family remittances play a crucial role in supporting millions of families across Africa, often representing the difference between survival and…

5 months ago

Kenya Projects Economic Growth of 4.9-5.2% by 2026

Kenya’s economy is projected to strengthen in 2026, with growth expected to fall between 4.9 and 5.2 percent. This forecast…

5 months ago

Kenya anticipates stable growth despite global economic headwinds

Kenya’s economy is projected to demonstrate resilience through 2026, according to the Mastercard Economics Institute’s latest outlook. The nation is…

6 months ago

Trump policies may impact global economic growth

Venezuela's oil industry has faced significant turmoil over recent decades, impacting global energy markets and potentially affecting U.S. consumers. Recent…

6 months ago

Kenya’s cheque system faces economic challenges

Kenya’s cheque issuance value has plateaued in recent years, currently standing at approximately 200 million shillings monthly. This contrasts with…

6 months ago

Kenya’s Economic Challenges Hurt Business Growth

Kenya's business environment faces a complex situation, characterized by both excessive and insufficient regulation, according to Pheres Kariuki, CEO of…

6 months ago

Kenya Seeks to Leverage Tech for Economic Growth

Kenya has embraced digital transformation, evident in initiatives like eCitizen and national strategies for artificial intelligence. However, progress is tempered…

6 months ago

Black Unemployment Increase Signals Economic Concerns

Black Unemployment Rate Rises, Signaling Potential Economic Slowdown The unemployment rate for Black workers increased to 7.5% in August, marking…

6 months ago