ECONOMY
Kenya is the biggest economy in East Africa and most watched in sub-Saharan Africa, being the regional business hub. BT brings you comprehensive coverage of the various economic sectors.
Fuel Prices in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania as of May 2026
Kenya saw an especially steep diesel hike of nearly 23.5% in one cycle
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CBK Seeks KSh 50 Bn for Budgetary Support Through Two Re-Opened Bonds
CBK (Central Bank of Kenya) has re-opened 15-yr and 20-yr fixed coupon Treasury Bonds, seeking KSh 50 Billion for Budgetary Support for the...
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Bankers Propose Popular Tax Measure that Will Increase Salaries
A 5% PAYE reduction would release Ksh 28.1 billion annually into the economy and generate Ksh 42 billion in GDP output
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Vacancies in Kenya: Employment Opportunities and Jobs in Government 2026
The Government of Kenya has announced that it is hiring in 2026
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Ecobank, AGRA Strategic Partnership Unlocks Massive Capital For Agribusinesses
Partnership focuses on de-risking agricultural lending through blended finance, risk-sharing facilities, and tailored financial products
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CrossBoundary Energy Startup Leads with US$40 Mn Funding in April
CrossBoundary Energy, a Kenyan Startup led the month of April with a $40 million renewable energy round. In total, Africa Startups pulled in...
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Inside Kenya’s Restoration Economy Targeting 15 Billion Trees
Earthbanc, a global climate and agricultural technology company, boosting the government’s national tree growing with 3 million seedlings
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East African Development Bank $13 Million Fund Targets Youth and Women
The East African Development Bank (EADB) has announced the establishment of a USD 13 million fund dedicated to supporting youth and women-led enterprises...
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