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Earnings from re-exports grew by 77.3 per cent to Sh180.2 billion in 2024, primarily due to increased re-exports of kerosene-type jet fuel.
This latest move marks a de-escalation of tensions after what had initially appeared to be a brewing trade row among the SADC partners.
The Auditor General, Nancy Gathungu, has flagged the write-off of Sh12.4 billion in sugar loans as a major blow to the Commodities Fund.
In real figure terms, the 14 per cent gain during the quarter means importers in the country were spending Sh14 less to buy a dollar for importation c...
Despite maintaining its stance on the trade ban, the Sudanese Embassy affirmed its commitment to regional cooperation and dialogue guided by the princ...
Fresh data compiled by MIT reveals that Kenya imported mitumba worth $298 million (Sh38.5 billion) in 2023, surpassing Nigeria despite its much larger...
The highest energy imports were recorded in November at 134.18 GWh, while the lowest occurred in July at 106.11 GWh.
Security officers from borderline sub-counties in Garissa identified Amuma, Wellmarer, Hamey, Liboi, Sariraha, and Sinai among others as notorious cut...
The increase has been attributed to a weakened shilling in the first quarter of the year and continued demand for foreign goods.
The directive comes in response to concerns raised by farmers who have been stuck with 321,000 bags of wheat after last season's harvest.
KAM warns that Kenya stands to lose a great deal on textile and apparel export trade if the policies promoting mitumba trade aren't re-looked and the...
Provisional data from the Kenya Revenue Authority and Central Bank of Kenya show food imports fell from a record Sh305.7 billion in 2023.
Kalonzo had on Wednesday demanded accountability from the government regarding the source of the funds.
While Kenya produces around 800,000 tonnes of sugar annually, national demand is estimated to be about one million tonnes, leaving a shortfall of 200,...
Revenue collection challenges have been attributed to underperformance in key tax categories, which has disrupted government operations.
The year 2024 experienced a series of interest rate hikes on loans, a crucial go-to remedy by households in times of constrained disposable incomes su...
The global lender attributes the smaller import share of the essential commodities to high duties and taxes that consequently increase their cost.
The government aims to encourage increased wheat production and shield farmers from exploitation.
Senator Onyonka questioned the government’s decision to procure sunflower seeds from Zambia instead of sourcing them locally, particularly from Trans...
Local milk production continues to fall short of national demand, with Kenya still relying on milk imports from neighbouring countries.
Senator Chute has requested that CS Mvurya provide a detailed breakdown of all payments made by KNTC to suppliers.
According to data from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), this surge is the highest since June 2017, when the CBK began fully disclosing import figures.
The new requirement aims to ensure that sugar quality is checked and maintained at all retail outlets.
Official figures indicate that local sugar production surged by 123.4 per cent in the six months to June 2024, reaching 384,552 tonnes.
The move, doubling the previous requirement, is set to exacerbate costs for consumers, undermining Uganda's efforts to reduce pump prices.
Higher quality and relatively lower prices for used attire have continued to drive demand for the merchandise at the expense of locally made clothes.
The record is also an 11-month high rise, as such a record was last witnessed on July 20, 2023, signalling better prospects for the local currency, he...
In the past 10 months, 129 heavy industries have been operational after new investments were made in the sector. The program played a vital role in th...
The president has welcomed Nexgen Packaging, a significant investment that brings Kenya closer to fulfilling its export objectives.
This is the first time that Kenya’s exports have declined in four years.
