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Kenya expects budget deficit to narrow to 3.6% of GDP in 2027/28 fiscal year

Kenya expects its budget deficit to decline significantly in the 2027/28 fiscal year, as the government projects improved fiscal management and stronger economic performance, according to a senior official from the Finance Ministry. Chris Kiptoo, Principal Secretary at the Finance Ministry, said the......

Cyberattack targets Kenyan President William Ruto’s official website

Kenyan authorities have launched an investigation following a cyberattack that disrupted the official website of President William Ruto, prompting an immediate response from the country's cybersecurity agencies. According to the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, incident......

Dangote plans cash, bonds and IPO funding for landmark Kenya oil refinery

Nigeria's Dangote Group is preparing to finance its proposed oil refinery in Kenya through a combination of internal cash resources, bond issuance and a future initial public offering (IPO), according to a senior company executive. The planned facility, designed to process 700,000 barrels of crude......

Protests erupt in Nairobi over development plans near national park

Hundreds of environmental activists and community members gathered in Nairobi to protest against proposed development projects near Nairobi National Park, raising concerns about the future of one of Africa’s most unique wildlife reserves. The demonstration highlighted growing tensions between......

Morocco maintains stable position in Africa’s tech investment market

Morocco continued to consolidate its role in Africa’s technology investment sector in 2025, maintaining stable funding levels while several emerging African startup markets suffered major declines. The country raised $80 million through 29 transactions, placing it among the continent’s most......

Africa Forward summit positions Morocco at heart of economic alliances

The Africa Forward summit in Nairobi brought together heads of state, investors and senior officials on 11 and 12 May 2026 with a focus on accelerating concrete economic partnerships across the continent. The meeting, co-chaired by Kenya and France, placed emphasis on investment-driven cooperation in......

Emmanuel Macron embarks on African tour with investment-focused Kenya summit

French President Emmanuel Macron will begin a new African tour on Saturday, highlighted by an Africa-France summit in Kenya focused strongly on investment and economic cooperation. According to the Élysée Palace, the main objective is to “establish and anchor a renewed partnership......

Kenya Airways reports $138 million pre-tax loss in 2025

Kenya Airways has reported a pre-tax loss of approximately $138 million for the year 2025, marking a significant downturn after returning to profitability the previous year. The airline indicated that declining revenues played a major role in the negative results. Total income dropped notably compared......

Kenya Airways sees surge in flight demand amid Middle East conflict

Kenya Airways has reported a sharp increase in passenger demand as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupt global travel patterns. The airline says the surge has been particularly noticeable on routes connecting Africa with Europe, the United States, and Asia. The ongoing conflict has forced......