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October 3, 2026
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Rising State borrowing piles pressure on private sector credit

Rising State borrowing piles pressure on private sector credit

The debt debate has raised questions about how well Kenyans understand government borrowing and the use of public funds...

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Kenya's national debt is escalating, with the government increasingly relying on domestic borrowing. This trend is raising significant concerns about potential competition for funds and its impact on the private sector's ability to access credit.

  • A key concern is intensified competition for financing between the state and private businesses.
  • The Treasury CS, John Mbadi, is involved in overseeing the nation's finances.
  • The article highlights the potential squeeze on private sector credit due to increased government borrowing.

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