February 21, 2023
East Africa: Ruto Urges EU to Conclude Economic Partnership Pacts With EAC to Expand Kenya's Export Base
President William Ruto has urged the European Union to conclude Economic Partnership Agreements with EAC, so as to enable Kenya expand its export base. Read more »
February 17, 2023
Kenya: Murang'a Farmers to Export Avocados
A Murang'a farmer's union has commenced construction of an aggregation house which will enable them pack and export their avocado directly to international buyers. Read more »
February 08, 2023
Kenya: Nairobi's Global Trade Centre Executive Residences Ready for Occupation
The Nairobi Global Trade Centre (GTC) executive residences are now ready for occupation. Read more »
February 06, 2023
Kenya: Consumers Pick Up Bills As Swiss Supplier of Tax Stamps Makes Billions
Kenyans are paying more for excisable products as a Swiss manufacturer of tax stamps make billions of shillings. Read more »
February 03, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Reopen Kenya-Somalia Border in Mandera After '10 Years'
Plans for the reopening of the Kenya-Somalia border in Mandera are nearing conclusion, with the renovation of the Customs Border Control Point set to begin soon. Read more »
January 12, 2023
Kenya: Ruto's Tax Challenge Should Start With Crackdown On Illicit Trade
Hard-pressed consumers fear they're the ones who must tighten their belts yet again following President William Ruto's declared intention to increase tax revenues by Sh500 billion… Read more »
December 11, 2022
Kenya: Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency Recognised for Export Trade Support Role in Avocado Sector
The Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA) has been awarded for its leading role in supporting export trade in the Avocado sector. The agency was crowned the best… Read more »
December 06, 2022
Kenya: Covid-19 Spurs Growth of E-Commerce in Kenya, Study Reveals
The Covid-19 pandemic has unlocked the growth of e-commerce opportunities, with millions of consumers preferring to shop online. Read more »
Kenya: DR Congo Reveals Security and Trade as Drivers of Kenya's Strategic Goals
Kenya defended its most recent deployment of troops to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) saying the move was aimed at protecting her 'strategic interests' which is code for… Read more »
December 03, 2022
Kenya: Kenya to Help South Sudan Move Goods From Mombasa With Ease - President Ruto
Kenya will facilitate cost effective movement of goods from the port of Mombasa to South Sudan. Read more »
November 28, 2022
Kenya: Administrative Costs for Fresh and Dry Produce Exporters Reduced By 62%
The administrative costs of exporting fresh and dry produce from Kenya to foreign markets has reduced by 62 percent following the simplification of export trade procedures by the… Read more »
November 24, 2022
Kenya: Kenya and South Korea in Deal on Free Trade Agreement
Kenya and South Korea have agreed on a roadmap that will lead to a free trade agreement between the two countries. Read more »
November 23, 2022
Kenya: President Ruto Urges South Korean Parliament to Pass Law to Fix Trade Imbalance With Kenya
President William Ruto has urged the South Korean Parliament to pass legislation that will solve the trade imbalance between Kenya and South Korea. Read more »
Kenya: Bora Uhai, Siasa Baadaya, Moses Kuria Says Amid Maize Importation Controversy
Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry Moses Kuria has said his focus is to ensure that no Kenyan dies of hunger, despite the controvesry surrounding importation of… Read more »
Kenya: 'Maize Scandal Season II!' Karua Sounds Alarm Over 10,000-Tonne Shipment
Former Constitutional Affairs Minister Martha Karua has raised the red flag over the reported arrival of a 10,000-tonne maize consignment from an undisclosed origin terming the… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Secures U.S.$982 Million from South Korea for Various Development Projects
Kenya has secured Sh120 billion from South Korea to support various development projects. Read more »
November 22, 2022
Kenya: Section of MPs Threaten to Impeach CS Moses Kuria Over Importation of Duty-Free Maize
A section of MPs from have threatened to impeach Trade and Industrialization Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria over the importation of duty-free maize at a time when farmers are… Read more »
November 15, 2022
East Africa: Digital Trade Platform Launched to Support Small Business in East Africa
The East African Business Council (EABC) and the International Trade Centre (ITC) have launched an online platform designed to boost the competitive edge of small businesses in the… Read more »
October 25, 2022
Kenya: China Assures of More Trade Opportunities With Kenya, African Countries Under New Leadership
China has assured of more trade and investment opportunities with Kenya and other African countries under the new leadership unveiled at the 20th CPC Congress. Read more »
October 22, 2022
Kenya: KPA Keen to Modernize Marine Infrastructure to Boost Trade
The Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has pledged to continue supporting the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) in upgrading port infrastructure to accelerate growth of the… Read more »
October 13, 2022
Kenya: President Ruto Says Kenya Keen to Even Trade Balance With Egypt
President William Ruto has said Kenya is keen on developing stronger trade relations with Egypt. Read more »
October 09, 2022
Kenya: Amos Wangora Exits KenTrade After Six Years At the Helm
The Board of the Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade) has announced the exit of Amos Wangora as the Chief Executive Officer following the end of his tenure. Read more »
October 10, 2022
Kenya: Kenya and Tanzania Seek to Eliminate Trade Barriers
President William Ruto and President Samia Suluhu Hassan have agreed on working formula that will eradicate trade barriers between Kenya and Tanzania. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says Kenya to Increase Trade Volume With Tanzania
President William Ruto has pledged to increase the trade volume with Tanzania so as to foster strong bilateral ties between the two neighboring countries. Read more »
East Africa: President Ruto Says EAC to Achieve Potential By Eliminating Trade Restrictions
President William Ruto has said the East African Community (EAC) will achieve its full potential if it eliminates restrictions inhibiting free trade and movement of citizens across… Read more »