Jitters among Kenyan exporters as zero-tariff deal with China stalls

Kenyan exporters are expressing significant concern over the stalled zero-tariff trade agreement with China, which they view as a crucial alternative after losing duty-free access to the United States (US) market. Despite public assurances from Beijing, the delay is causing jitters among local traders.

Kenyan shilling’s stability under threat as economic pressures mount

How China & USA Are Fighting for Control of Kenyan Sacred Hill

Kenya's Mrima Hill, a sacred site covering 390 acres near the Indian Ocean, has become a focal point of competition between the United States and China due to its rich rare earth deposits, crucial for high-tech industries. Local communities fear eviction and loss of their sacred shrines as foreign companies, including a consortium of two Australian mining firms, bid for mining rights.

Kenya’s exports to US hit a three-year high

China halts ban on export to US of some dual-use metals

China has temporarily suspended its export ban on strategic metals including gallium, germanium, and antimony to the United States, effective until November 27, 2026. This move is part of a broader de-escalation of trade tensions following a meeting between leaders Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.