The National Treasury has officially revoked the State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) status of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) following its recent privatization through a landmark IPO.

• 65 per cent of KPC's stake was sold to the public, with the government retaining a minority 35 per cent holding.
• The National Treasury, through the Cabinet Secretary, issued the revocation notice on April 22, 2026.
• This move transitions KPC to operate under private-sector governance, shifting from direct government control to capital markets regulations and shareholder oversight.

Kenya is actively seeking to attract Italian investment through strategic partnerships, participating in the ongoing Italy–Kenya Economic Forum in Rome to boost key sectors.

• Over 130 Italian companies are engaged in discussions across sectors like energy, agri-food, tourism, and manufacturing.
• Invest Kenya CEO John Mwendwa highlighted Kenya as a gateway to East and Central Africa.
• The Kenyan leather industry is a significant focus, projected to grow from $80 million to $850 million by 2040.

Kenyan President William Ruto has urged African nations to invest their substantial domestic savings into industrialization, emphasizing the need for regional integration and improved infrastructure to unlock economic growth.

• Africa now holds over $2 trillion (Sh260 trillion) in domestic capital, surpassing external financing flows.
• The call was made at the Africa We Build Summit in Nairobi, following a report by the Africa Finance Corporation.
• Kenya will increase its equity investment in the Africa Finance Corporation by Sh3.25 billion as the institution opens a regional office in Nairobi.

The National Treasury faces a significant challenge in disbursing Sh139.03 billion to county governments by the June 30 deadline, amidst competing financial demands and reduced fiscal space.

• Sh139.03 billion remains to be disbursed to counties by June.
• The Finance Cabinet Secretary and the Council of Governors are key parties involved.
• Delays in these disbursements, a recurring issue, severely impact county service delivery and contribute to growing pending bills.