March 26
Kenya: Kenyan Fintechs Head to Ghana to Lure Investors
Kenyan financial technology (fintech) companies will be heading to Accra, Ghana, to pitch investment ideas. Read more »
February 12
Kenya: Keninvest's Bill Seeks to Streamline Issuance of Licenses, Permits and Approvals to Investors
The Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) is targeting reducing the bottlenecks that investors undergo when applying for licenses, permits, and approvals. Read more »
January 30
Kenya: President Ruto Courts European Investors in Italy
President William Ruto has urged European investors to explore investment opportunities in Africa. Read more »
December 28, 2023
Kenya: Keninvest Reveals Ambitious 5-Year Strategic Plan 2023-2027 to Boost Kenya's Investment Climate
Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) has unveiled comprehensive measures to enhance investment climate through the launch of its Strategic Plan. Read more »
December 14, 2023
Kenya: CBK, European Investment Bank in a Deal to Unlock Climate Finance
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has entered into an agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to enable Kenyan commercial banks to access climate-related investments. Read more »
November 22, 2023
Kenya: Gachagua Assures Visiting Indian Minister of Investor-Friendly Policies
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has assured foreign investors of favorable policies in the country that will ease the constraints in the investment sector. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Deputy President Gachagua Invites Indian Investors, Pledging Favorable Policies
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has reassured foreign investors, particularly Indian companies, of favorable policies in Kenya's investment sector to facilitate their endeavors. Read more »
November 15, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto's Foreign Trips Have Earned the Country Sh2 Trillion in Investment Opportunities - Mwaura
The government now says President William Ruto's foreign trips have earned the country Sh2 trillion in investment opportunities and grants. Read more »
Kenya: KAA Blames Embarrassing JKIA Roof Leakage to Decade-Long Under Investment
The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has blamed the embarrassing roof leaks at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA to decade-long under-investment. Read more »
November 10, 2023
Africa: President Ruto's 40th Global Trip - Riyadh for Saudi-Africa Summit
President William Ruto is on Friday slated to participate in the Saudi-Africa Summit at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Read more »
October 25, 2023
Kenya: DP Gachagua Urges Kenyans in the Diaspora to Invest in Treasury Bonds
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked Kenyans living abroad to invest in Treasury bonds and bills assuring them of security of their investment and better interests. Read more »
October 24, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto in Riyadh for Future Investment Initiative Forum
President William Ruto on Tuesday attended the 7th session of the Future Investment Initiative Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Read more »
October 19, 2023
Kenya: Governor Orengo Strengthens Ties With Siaya Diaspora Community in Qatar
Siaya Governor James Orengo is seeking investment opportunities in Qatar during a three-day visit. Read more »
September 29, 2023
Kenya: Mudavadi Says China's Substantial Investment in Kenya Accelerating Development
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has lauded China's substantial foreign direct investment in Kenya, underscoring its crucial role in advancing critical infrastructure… Read more »
October 04, 2023
Kenya: MP Sponsors Bill Seeking to Gag Rich Investors From Hoarding Foreign Currencies
Individuals hoarding foreign currency might find themselves on the wrong side of the law, if a proposed bill sail through. Read more »
October 02, 2023
Kenya: Absa Eyes Chinese Investors With a New Desk
Chinese investors and businesspeople operating in Kenya and East Africa will access banking services after the relaunch of the China Desk by Absa Bank Kenya. Read more »
September 14, 2023
Kenya: Kenya, Chinese Traders Sign Agreement to Boost Investment
The Kenya Investment Authority and the Kenya China Chamber of Commerce and Industry have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at fostering investment in Kenya. Read more »
September 18, 2023
Kenya: SGR Extension to Malaba Open for Private Investment - CS Murkomen
Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured that the government is committed to constructing the remaining phases of the Standard Gauge Railway to include… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Kenya: Kenya and Chinese Traders Forge Partnership to Elevate Investments in Kenya
The Kenya Investment Authority (KIA) and the Kenya China Chamber of Commerce and Industry have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at promoting investments in Kenya. Read more »
September 06, 2023
Kenya: Nairobi Declaration Must Leverage South-South Trade, Investment and Know-How to Address the Climate Emergency
Africa and the Caribbean share deep historical and people-to-people ties. Indeed, the African Union has identified the Caribbean as Africa's sixth region. The shared experience of… Read more »
August 21, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Offers Visa-Free Entry to Indonesian Passport Holders to Boost Investment
President William Ruto has announced Visa free entries to Kenya for holders of Indonesian passports following talks with President Joko Widodo. Read more »
August 17, 2023
Africa: Derisking Continent Will Raise Investor Confidence, President Ruto Says
President William Ruto has said reforms in the international financial system will help boost investor confidence in Africa. Read more »
August 15, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Power Attributes Increased Energy Costs to Efforts to Recoup Investment
Kenya Power has attributed increased cost of electricity to ongoing efforts to recover funds committed to capital-intensive investments by the utility firm. Read more »
August 01, 2023
Kenya: Mombasa County Told to Work With Private Sector to Increase Investments
The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) has urged the County Government of Mombasa to work with the private sector to increase investments in social entrepreneurship. Read more »
July 13, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Will Protect Investors - President Ruto
The Government is creating a friendly environment that will attract more foreign investments to Kenya. Read more »