Kenya's negotiations for a new financing programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are paused as the government reviews a draft assessment on governance and corruption.

• The IMF is awaiting feedback from the Kenyan government before finalizing its governance diagnostic report.
• The assessment was requested by Kenya to identify and address governance weaknesses and corruption vulnerabilities affecting its economy.
• Publication of the report requires consent from President William Ruto's administration, impacting the advancement of a new loan facility.