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21 Apr 2024
CBK introduces green finance taxonomy, paving the way for sustainable financial practices
In a groundbreaking development that signals a major step forward in environmental sustainability, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) unveiled the draft Kenya Green Finance Taxonomy (KGFT) for pub...
21 Apr 2024
Global AI policy landscape: Countries race to regulate and harness AI’s potential
The dawn of the 21st century witnessed the emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a transformative force shaping societies, economies, and geopolitics. As AI’s capabilities burgeon,...
21 Apr 2024
Kenya’s Affordable Housing Regulations: A closer look at the draft provisions
As a bold testament to the government’s unwavering dedication to achieving affordable housing for all Kenyans, the State Department of Housing and Urban Development has swiftly unveiled the Affo...
21 Apr 2024
Kenya-US STIP negotiations: Ruto’s upcoming US visit sets the stage for key bilateral trade agreements.
In the first two weeks of April 2024, Kenya held another negotiation round on the US-Kenya Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership (STIP). Assistant United States Trade Representative (USTR)...
21 Apr 2024
IMF warns of economic headwinds for Kenya and emerging economies amid global shocks.
In the ever-shifting landscape of global economics, emerging economies often find themselves navigating through a maze of challenges, both domestic and international. The International Monetary...
12 Apr 2024
TRADE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES ROUND UP.
Kenya Domestic borrowing up by Sh424bn The rate of State borrowing from the local market accelerated during the first nine months ended March, with fresh debt hitting Ksh424.7 billion compared to Ksh2...
12 Apr 2024
WHO calls for action to uphold the right to health amidst inaction, injustice and crises
On the anniversary of its founding, the Organization reiterated the need for countries to invest, tackle discrimination and intolerance, and expand equitable access to quality health services. Durin...
12 Apr 2024
Kenya’s innovative approach to financing entrepreneurs: A deep dive into credit guarantee schemes.
Credit guarantee schemes (CGSs) are a form of financing for SMEs that emerged in Europe in the 19th and early 20th centuries, spearheaded by civil society and the private sector as a way to proffer cr...
12 Apr 2024
Ties that ‘bond’: The push for a diaspora bond gains momentum amidst strong remittance inflows.
The country’s diverse and vast diaspora community spans globally, making the push for a diaspora bond and calls for Kenyans living abroad to invest back home more significant. In the past few ...
12 Apr 2024
Empowering sustainability: The vital role of financial literacy in shaping a greener future
In a world grappling with complex challenges like climate change and economic inequality, the crucial role of financial literacy in promoting sustainability cannot be overstated. Financial literacy em...
12 Apr 2024
Addressing Africa’s digital trade challenges: Advancing policy reforms for equitable and inclusive growth.
In the ever-evolving global commerce landscape, digital trade has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping economies and transcending traditional boundaries. From the sale of software to the strea...
12 Apr 2024
Soaring commitment fees on unused loans amid weak shilling sparks debt management and policy concerns.
Kenya finds itself in a concerning scenario with its external borrowing, as a weak shilling has resulted in the country paying a staggering Sh833.85 million in commitment fees on unused loans in the f...
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