Kenya launches post-AGOA export reset, targets 10% annual growth by 2028

The official expiry of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) programme. has created a new urgency for the country to reimagine its export base. The government is also accelerating diversification and value addition to cushion exporters from shifting global trade conditions. Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Floice Mukabana…

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Rwanda to increase cargo movement through Mombasa port

Rwanda has announced plans to increase cargo movement through Mombasa port, citing improved efficiency, reliability, and regional connectivity. Currently, over 70 per cent of Rwanda’s imports are handled via Tanzania’s Dar es Salaam Port. Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Kenya Ernest Rwanucyo made the announcement during a strategic meeting with KPA officials in Mombasa last week….

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Treasury fast-tracks KPC stake sale to raise Ksh100 billion amid budget crisis

The National Treasury has accelerated plans to sell a majority stake in Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) as it seeks to raise Ksh100 billion to ease mounting financial pressure. The move comes as the government struggles to access funds from development partners and development finance institutions, prompting a shift toward privatization of profitable state corporations. Under…

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National Biosafety Authority to work together with Kenya Ports Authority

National Biosafety Authority (NBA) and Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) on Monday, 27th January 2025, agreed to work together in serving Kenyans at the entry point. NBA Board of Directors Chairperson Prof. Jenesio Kinyamario led a team of Board members and management in a courtesy call to Kenya Ports Authority, where they met with General Manager…

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