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Kenya deficient of conditions needed for viable Sovereign Wealth Fund - Institute of Economic Affairs
Alfred Onyango  |  Dec 17, 2025

Experts from the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) argue that while the idea is well-intentioned, Kenya’s macroeconomic realities raise concerns abo...

Government approves alternative funding for Naivasha-Kisumu SGR phase 2B
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 16, 2025

The revised agreement aligns with Cabinet approval to fund the Naivasha–Kisumu segment through alternative mechanisms, notably the securitisation of a...

Atwoli warns opposition to Sovereign Wealth Fund risks stalling Kenya’s economic transformation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 16, 2025

COTU (K) Secretary General Francis Atwoli said those against the funds are blocking progress and weakening efforts to create a resilient economy that...

Cabinet approves Sh5 trillion strategy to expand roads, energy, agriculture and trade
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 15, 2025

Kenya’s Cabinet has approved a Sh5 trillion strategy anchored on new infrastructure and sovereign wealth funds to expand roads, dams and energy while...

Ruto unveils Sovereign Wealth Fund to boost savings, infrastructure and stability
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 20, 2025

Kenya’s new Sovereign Wealth Fund aims to turn royalties and privatisation proceeds into lasting national wealth.

Treasury seeks views on new Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill targeting national savings, strategic investment
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 27, 2025

The proposed law divides the fund into three components to shield the economy from revenue shocks, finance strategic projects and secure resources for...

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