Speaking on Saturday, September 12, the President said Kenya remains open to investors, workers and visitors from different countries, including members of the East African Community (EAC) and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA).
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe CS said maize imports will form part of the measures being used to protect food supplies, with the government looking to countries within the COMESA region for additional stocks.
By Bradley BosireThe Deputy President reaffirmed Kenya’s support for ATIDI, describing the institution as a key partner in efforts to strengthen the investment environment and support socio-economic transformation across Africa.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking during the opening of ATIDI's 26th Annual General Meeting at Nairobi's Serena Hotel on Wednesday, Kindiki urged African countries to strengthen home-grown financial institutions and innovative financing mechanisms, saying ATIDI has grown into one of the continent's most credible multilateral financial institutions since its establishment 25 years ago
By Chrispho OwuorThe National Treasury had first proposed a specific excise duty of Sh7.5 per kilogram on imported sugar, with exemptions for sugar meant for pharmaceutical use and licensed refiners.
By Bradley BosireThe clarification comes after a message widely shared on social media alleged that Airtel Kenya had been fined billions of shillings over mobile money transaction charges, sparking public debate and confusion across digital platforms.
By Bradley BosireOwners of the affected vehicles have been advised to visit authorised Toyota dealerships for a software update to correct the issue. The repair will involve reprogramming the transmission ECU and will be carried out free of charge.
By Rose AchiengMwemba emphasised that the CCCC is particularly concerned that some market operators may take advantage of the crisis to engage in anti-competitive conduct and unfair trade practices, including excessive pricing, collusion, hoarding and price gouging.
By Bradley BosireThe inquiry follows a complaint by AdLegal International, a Ugandan non-profit, which claims Meta changed the WhatsApp Business Solution Terms in October 2025 to block independent AI providers from accessing tools required to integrate their chatbots with the app.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Cabinet Secretary cautioned that efforts to collapse veterinary medicines regulation into a human medicines authority, through bills under consideration at both national and regional levels, run counter to Kenya’s obligations under the East African Community (EAC) and COMESA frameworks.
By Bradley BosireFrom January to September 2025, spending on medicinal and pharmaceutical products totaled Sh62.1 billion, down from Sh79.6 billion over the same period in 2024, a reduction of Sh17.5 billion, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Kenya National Convention Bureau will be tasked with coordinating the planning, marketing, and hosting of international conventions and events. Through this role, the government expects Kenya to gain more economic and diplomatic value from hosting major regional and global meetings.
By Bradley BosireDirector of Trade and Customs Division at COMESA, Christopher Onyango, emphasized on Tuesday that services already account for about 50 percent of GDP in most member states.
By Chrispho OwuorIn a statement on Thursday, October 9, 2025, President Ruto said he accepted the role with gratitude, humility, and a deep sense of duty.
By Bradley BosireRuto paid tribute to Burundi’s President Evariste Ndayishimiye, the outgoing chair, for his steady leadership, which he said had helped the bloc achieve notable progress.
By Chrispho OwuorThe President noted that the demands of today’s global economy make regional integration essential for Africa to maintain relevance in international trade. He stressed that combining digital innovation with integration could drive job creation, reduce poverty, and promote sustainable growth across the continent
By David AbonyoDeputy President Kithure Kindiki announced the transition during the 18th COMESA Business Forum in Nairobi, saying Kenya’s leadership will focus on using digital technology to strengthen trade, enhance competitiveness, and promote sustainable growth across member states.
By Bradley BosireThe electronic system was first introduced at the regional level in November 2024 by Eswatini, Malawi and Zambia as pilot countries. Zimbabwe and Kenya have now joined the programme, bringing the number of participating member states to 21, while other countries are in the process of integrating the system.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe high-level meeting will take place on October 9, 2025, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC).
By Bradley BosireThe regulator has begun investigating a proposal by Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Capital to sell two aircraft it has leased in Kenya to US-based Azorra Aviation.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAgriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe stated the urgency of harmonizing chemical safety standards within the region
By Brenda SockyAmong the key airlines that serve international routes within the Comesa bloc are Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, EgyptAir, TunisAir, RwandAir, Malawi Airlines, Zambia Airways, and Uganda Airlines.
By Maureen Kinyanjui