AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWorld Bank Boost: Kenya secured a $750m (Sh97bn) World Bank loan to support fiscal sustainability, governance reforms and expanded social protection, with part of the funding aimed at refugees and host communities. Judiciary Upgrade: Cabinet approved a Sh26bn World Bank-backed project to build a new Supreme Court complex plus Court of Appeal, tribunals and a modern Judiciary Academy—aimed at faster justice and better investor confidence. Agriculture Push: Government launched a Sh1.081tn NASIP 2026–2030 plan to drive crops, livestock, fisheries, irrigation, agro-processing, digital agriculture, climate resilience and agricultural finance. Digital & Cyber: Kenya and Egypt deepened digital cooperation on AI, e-government, ICT and cybersecurity; IGAD’s regional cyber drill ended with calls for stronger cross-border coordination and an information-sharing centre. Transport & Rules: NTSA clarified instant traffic fine payments and said mandatory vehicle inspections will roll out only once enough inspection centres are ready. Insurance Market: Stakeholders urged a digital push to unlock Kenya’s low insurance penetration, stressing access, relevance and trust. Trade & Growth: Taveta–Holili border trade with Tanzania hit record levels under EAC simplified certificates of origin. Energy/Industry: Dangote outlined plans to raise Africa refining capacity to 2.1m bpd, including a planned Kenya complex to serve East Africa.
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