CBK Governor Explains Why Kenya Is Seeking New IMF Deal

Central Bank of Kenya Governor Kamau Thugge explained that Kenya is seeking a new financing deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to sustain the stability of the Kenyan shilling and support economic growth, as negotiations with the IMF are currently underway in Washington, D.C.

CBK Governor hails late Raila Odinga’s contribution to Kenya’s economy

Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Governor Dr. Kamau Thugge has honored the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, acknowledging his significant contributions to Kenya's economy, history, and society. The CBK described Odinga as a visionary leader whose guidance positively shaped the nation.

CBK not to pay a dividend to the Treasury for the first time in seven years

VASP Explained: Kenya’s New Crypto Rulebook

Kenya's Parliament has passed the VASP Bill, a significant move to regulate digital assets like Bitcoin, shifting them from a regulatory grey area to a supervised marketplace. While awaiting presidential assent and detailed regulations, the bill signals a new era for crypto firms in Kenya, requiring licenses, segregation of client funds, and coordinated oversight by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) and the Capital Markets Authority (CMA).

Kenya Edges to First Crypto Law as House Passes VASP Bill

Kenya is poised to introduce its first comprehensive cryptocurrency law as the National Assembly passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Bill, 2025, sending it to President William Ruto for assent. This legislation aims to provide legal certainty, protect consumers, and curb illegal activities in the rapidly growing crypto sector.