Kenya’s manufacturers are raising the alarm over rising and unpredictable logistics costs, warning that persistent inefficiencies could erode the country’s competitiveness under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). This emerged during the launch of a new Logistics Study Report by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), which paints a stark picture of the cost…
Kenya’s insurance industry surpassed Sh1 trillion in assets and premiums rise to Sh352.29 billion by Q3 2025, attention is now shifting to claims management as the next critical lever for building trust and expanding uptake. This was the focus of the inaugural Claims Conference hosted by Minet Kenya in Naivasha, which brought together insurers, regulators…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting micro and small enterprises through enhanced taxpayer engagement and simplified compliance measures. Speaking during a taxpayer engagement forum in Kisii County , Commissioner for Micro and Small Taxpayers George Obell emphasised that the authority’s role goes beyond revenue collection. “KRA is not just here to collect; we are…
The I&M Bank has partnered with B Lab Africa to roll out a new initiative aimed at strengthening the resilience and sustainability of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across Kenya. The collaboration will see the launch of the Resilient Sustainable Business (RSB) programme, a nine-week blended learning experience designed to equip SMEs with the expertise…
The manufacturing sector in Kenya has called for coordinated government action to unlock industrial growth, cut production costs and expand trade within Africa, warning that without deliberate policy support the country risks falling behind regional competitors. The appeal was made during the launch of the Manufacturing Priority Agenda (MPA) 2026 by the Kenya Association of…
Absa CEO Kenny Fihla Kenya Visit: Major Boost for Banking, SMEs and Regional Trade The Absa CEO Kenny Fihla Kenya visit marks a significant moment for the country’s banking and financial services sector, as the Absa Group Chief Executive embarks on a three-day working tour focused on strengthening partnerships, boosting digital transformation, and supporting economic…
