AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMarket Fire Losses: Traders are counting losses after a major early-morning fire tore through Nairobi’s Gikomba Market on June 21, with the Kenya Red Cross confirming teams on the ground and assessing damage; traffic disruptions were reported around Landhies Road, Kamukunji and Majengo. Road Safety & Infrastructure: A report highlights deadly risks for pedestrians along Kangundo Road, where missing pavements and heavy boda boda traffic leave commuters exposed and renew calls for safer crossings. Agribusiness Cold Storage: Solar-powered cold-chain services are helping Kenyan farmers cut post-harvest losses, using pay-per-use storage to overcome the high cost of owning cooling systems. Blue Economy Push: Coast counties under JKP unveiled a Sh156bn blue economy action plan (2026–2030) to coordinate investment in fisheries, ports, maritime transport, tourism and green energy. Tax Policy Debate: Commentary and coverage continue around Finance Bill 2026, with renewed arguments for stability and less frequent tax changes to protect businesses and households. Regional Trade Strategy: South Sudan is pushing to move beyond oil dependence and deepen East African trade links through a national trade forum in Juba. Compliance & Finance Migration: A note on Citizenship by Investment flags currency volatility and strict due diligence as key hurdles for high-net-worth applicants.
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