Kenya Eyes Export Boom to China Ahead of Tax Waiver - April 2026

Kenya is anticipating a significant boost in agricultural exports to China following the implementation of a zero-tariff policy on May 1st, which is expected to unlock new market access and increase trade volumes for a range of Kenyan products. Separately, Autopax has launched the locally assembled Cheche e-motorcycle in Nairobi, featuring a battery-swapping system designed for commercial riders. Meanwhile, the High Court in Nairobi has cleared the sale of a majority stake in East African Breweries PLC to Japan's Asahi Group Holdings, dismissing a bid to halt the transaction.

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Kenya eyes export boom to China ahead of tax waiver

Kenya is anticipating a significant boost in agricultural exports to China following the implementation of a zero-tariff policy on May 1st. This policy is expected to unlock new market access and increase trade volumes for a range of Kenyan products.