East Africa: Tanzanian Tycoons Step Up Acquisitions of Kenyan Companies

Kenyan companies have recently attracted growing interest from Tanzanian billionaires, with several high-profile acquisitions raising questions about why investors from the… Read more »

Kenya: French Investors Eye Kenya's Digital, Creative Economy

French investors are increasingly targeting Kenya's digital economy and creative industries as the two countries deepen trade ties. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Signs National Infrastructure Fund Law At Breakfast Meeting Graced By Investors

President William Ruto has signed into law the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) Bill, 2026, marking a shift in how the government will finance and manage large-scale development… Read more »

Kenya: Ichung'wah Defends National Infrastructure Fund As Shift From Debt to Investment

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah has defended the proposed National Infrastructure Fund, describing it as a long-planned strategy to overhaul Kenya's development… Read more »

Kenya: NCBA Offered Better Investment, Nedbank CEO Says

Nedbank CEO Jason Quinn has said that Kenya's strong regulatory environment and growing economy were among the reasons behind the lender's decision to offer to acquire a majority… Read more »

Africa: UAE Reaffirms Investment Drive in Africa's Energy and Trade Sectors

United Arab Emirates has emerged as Africa's largest single-country investor in recent years, committing more than USD 110 billion across the continent between 2019 and 2023, with… Read more »

Kenya: Youth Investment Key to Shielding Kenya From Climate-Linked GDP Losses - Experts

Experts have called for sustained and structured youth funding to anchor Kenya's climate resilience agenda, warning that without long-term investment in young innovators, the… Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto Calls for Global Investment in Kenya's Sh5tn Transformation Plan

President William Ruto has called on the international community to invest in Kenya's ambitious KSh5 trillion, 10-year national transformation programme. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Woos Diplomats to Commit Capital to National Infrastructure Fund

President William Ruto has appealed to foreign diplomats and international organisations to channel long-term capital into Kenya's National Infrastructure Fund (NIF), as the… Read more »

Africa: U.S., AU Launch Strategic Investment Group to Boost Trade and Infrastructure

The United States and the African Union (AU) have launched a Strategic Infrastructure and Investment Working Group (SIWG) aimed at accelerating US-Africa economic partnerships. Read more »

Southern Africa: Zimbabwe to Become Southern Africa's EV Hub With Chinese Investment

Zimbabwe is positioning itself as a major electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing and distribution hub in Southern Africa as Jiangmen Tengxin Motorcycle Technology Co. Ltd -- a Chinese… Read more »

Kenya: IFC Team Set to Visit Kenya in January for Talks On JKIA Modernisation, Energy Projects

Kenya will host a high-level delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) early next year to advance discussions on major energy and infrastructure investments. Read more »

Kenya: Rironi-Mau Summit Road Project Split Amid Chinese Investment Cap

The expansion of the Rironi-Mau Summit Expressway will be split into two sections to accommodate two consortiums including Chinese firms and the National Social Security Fund… Read more »

Africa: MCB Extends Financing Package to Invictus Investment for Africa, Middle East Expansion

The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited (MCB) has issued a structured financing package to Invictus Investment Company PLC to support the firm's expansion across Africa and the… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Courts U.S. Investment to Boost Growth As AGOA Expires

Kenya is moving to capitalize on new trade and industrial opportunities following the expiry of AGOA, with government and business leaders calling for bold, forward-looking… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Seeks Gulf Investors to Deliver 10,000 Megawatts By 2032

The government is turning to public-private partnerships (PPPs) to expand Kenya's electricity generation capacity to 10,000 megawatts (MW) by 2032. Read more »

Kenya: Three UAE Firms Eye Investment in Kenyan Port and Shipping Projects

Three leading companies from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have expressed interest in investing in Kenya's port and shipping infrastructure through public-private partnerships… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Seeks Qatari Investment in Sh200bn JKIA Upgrade Plan

The government has presented a proposal to the Emir of Qatar for the expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and Kenya Airways (KQ) as part of efforts to attract… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Exploring Investment Pathways for Kenyans in Diaspora to Send Money Home

The government is empowering Kenyans in the diaspora to thrive and contribute to national growth. Read more »

Kenya: Rachel Ruto Urges Greater Investment in Clean Cooking for Schools and Institutions

First Lady Rachel Ruto has called for urgent investment and financing to accelerate Kenya's transition from traditional firewood use to clean cooking technologies in schools,… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Unveils Konza Phase 1, Declares Smart City Open for Investment

President William Ruto has officially launched Phase 1 infrastructure and smart city facilities at Konza Technopolis. Read more »

Kenya: Govt Eyes Public Forest Investment Via PPP Deals

The government is seeking private investment in Kenya's public forests under new rules aimed at boosting revenue and promoting biodiversity. Read more »

Kenya: Indonesia, Kenya Eye Stronger Blue Economy Cooperation At Mombasa Summit

Indonesia has expressed readiness to collaborate with Kenya in developing integrated coastal villages, strengthening fisheries value chains, piloting eco-tourism projects, and… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya's Wealthy Turn to Art and Classic Cars Investments, Report

High-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) in Kenya are showing a growing appetite for passion-driven investments, with art, classic cars, jewellery, and high-end furniture emerging as top… Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto Assures American Investors Kenya Is a Safe Destination

Kenya is a safe and secure destination for your investments, President William Ruto has assured American investors. Read more »