India pursues strategy to position Kenya as its economic and financial gateway into East Africa

E-commerce set to drive regional trade growth as COMESA pushes for digital integration

COMESA is positioning e-commerce as a major driver of regional trade growth in Eastern and Southern Africa, aiming to integrate digital marketplaces to boost cross-border commerce, logistics, and small businesses.

EAC states endorse declaration to boost agroecological trade

Delegates from seven East African countries have endorsed a declaration aimed at boosting cross-border trade for agroecological produce, recognizing its importance for food sovereignty and reducing reliance on imports. This move addresses growing consumer interest in food produced without synthetic inputs.

AfDB, KCB in $150m Deal to Scale Up Green Lending, Boost Trade Finance

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has finalized a $150 million (Sh19.3 billion) financing agreement with KCB Bank Kenya. This package aims to significantly boost KCB's green lending initiatives and reinforce its trade finance operations, addressing the growing capital demands in climate-aligned sectors.

The true cost of donkey skin trade on African economies

The unsustainable global trade in donkey skins, driven by demand for the traditional Chinese medicine ejiao, is causing an existential crisis for donkey populations across Africa, including Kenya. This trade devastates communities that rely on donkeys for daily social, economic, and cultural activities.

BDO East Africa unveils strategic program to help leaders navigate economic challenges