Money sent home by Kenyans abroad experienced a significant drop of Sh21.6 billion as of March 16, 2026, according to new data released by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK).

• Remittance inflows stood at Sh1.85 trillion, a decrease from Sh1.87 trillion in the same period last year.
• The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), indicated that foreign exchange reserves remain stable at USD 14,294 million (6.1 months of import cover).
• Recent support for reserves comes from a Eurobond issuance, which raised approximately Sh290.3 billion in February.

Kenya's insurance sector is experiencing significant growth in premium volumes and assets, but faces a critical challenge in public confidence due to opaque and slow claims processes.

• Industry assets surpassed KES 1 trillion for the first time, with premium volumes reaching KES 352.29 billion by Q3 2025.
• The inaugural claims conference by Minet highlighted the disconnect between digital innovation in sales and manual inefficiencies in claims handling.
• Customers increasingly demand transparency and clear explanations for claim outcomes, not just speed.

Kenya's increasing reliance on domestic borrowing, now exceeding 54 percent of its total public debt, is sparking debate about its impact on the economy. The government's strategy shifts capital away from private sector growth, raising concerns about sustainability and governance.

• Domestic debt now constitutes over 54% of Kenya's total public debt, estimated at Sh11.8 trillion as of June 2025.
• The Institute of Public Finance (IPF) is a key organization analyzing this trend.
• Domestic borrowing is significantly more expensive, with an average interest rate of around 12%, compared to concessional external loans, and risks "crowding out" private sector investment.

Members of the Kenyan Parliament have blocked a request for Sh280 million to upgrade the office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary, Musalia Mudavadi. The decision comes amidst calls for government austerity, fueling debate about the timing and necessity of the expenditure.

• The requested Sh280 million was intended for office refurbishment and security enhancements, citing a National Intelligence Service (NIS) report.
• Key players include Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, his Principal Administrative Secretary Joash Dache, and the National Assembly Committee on Budget and Appropriations (BAC).
• The BAC had previously rejected the funding request, recommending that no further public funds be allocated for renovations of leased premises occupied by the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary.