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Nairobi skyline representing the Kenyan investment destination supported by KenInvest
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The Kenya Investment Authority Explained: How KenInvest Supports Foreign and Diaspora Investors, the Investment Certificate and the One-Stop-Shop Facilitation Service

KenInvest is Kenya's principal investment promotion authority and one-stop-shop for foreign and diaspora investors. A complete guide to the Investment Certificate and facilitation framework.

May 25, 2026 7 min read
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Westlands Nairobi financial district representing the CMA-regulated capital markets sector
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How the Capital Markets Authority Regulates Investment Banks, Fund Managers, REITs and Securities in Kenya: The CMA Framework, Licensing Categories and Investor Protection

The Capital Markets Authority regulates Kenya's investment banks, fund managers, REITs, securities issuers, and broader capital markets ecosystem. A complete guide to licensing and investor protection.

May 25, 2026 6 min read
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I&M Bank Tower in Nairobi, Kenya, illustrating the financial services district where many cross-border equity transactions are executed
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Capital Gains Tax on Share Sales by Non-Residents in Kenya 2026: How the Finance Bill Reshapes Cross-Border Equity Deals

The Finance Bill 2026 widens the scope of capital gains tax to include the alienation of shares by non-residents where the underlying value derives from Kenya, or where the transaction results in a change of group membership of a Kenyan-resident company. The change has significant implications for diaspora investors and cross-border deal structures.

May 24, 2026 9 min read
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Westlands financial district representing Kenya's money market fund industry
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Best Money Market Funds in Kenya 2026: A Diaspora and Resident Investor's Guide to CIC, Britam, Sanlam, Cytonn, Kuza, Madison and the Top-Yielding MMFs

Money market funds remain one of the highest-yielding low-risk products in Kenya. A 2026 comparison of CIC, Britam, Sanlam, Cytonn, Kuza, Madison and the top performers.

May 24, 2026 8 min read
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Maasai walking safari in the Mara, anchor of Kenya's tourism recovery
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Kenya Tourism in 2026: Why Visitor Arrivals Are Hitting Records, What the Sector Reforms Mean, and How Diaspora Investors and Hosts Can Participate

Kenya tourism is at record arrival levels in 2026, with strong policy support and sector reform. A diaspora guide to investment in safari, coastal hospitality, and short-let hosting.

May 24, 2026 6 min read
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Westlands Nairobi business district representing the Nairobi Securities Exchange and listed companies
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NSE in 2026: A Diaspora Equity Investor's Guide to Kenya's Stock Market — Top Counters, ETFs, REITs and the Falling-Rates Playbook

The Nairobi Securities Exchange in 2026 sits at the intersection of falling rates, banking strength, and renewed foreign interest. A diaspora equity investor playbook.

May 24, 2026 7 min read
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Kenyan commercial corridor representing the LAPSSET trade infrastructure programme
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LAPSSET Corridor and Lamu Port in 2026: How the Long-Delayed Mega-Project Is Quietly Maturing and What It Means for Diaspora Investors in Coastal Kenya

The LAPSSET corridor and Lamu Port have moved from announcement to operating reality in stages through 2024-26. A diaspora guide to coastal Kenya's investment thesis.

May 24, 2026 7 min read
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Kenyan tech community gathering in Nairobi reflecting Konza Technopolis ambitions
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Konza Technopolis in 2026: How Kenya's Smart City Project Is Quietly Maturing and What It Means for Diaspora Tech Investors and Returnees

Konza Technopolis, once derided as a paper city, is delivering anchor tenants and data centres in 2026. A diaspora guide to investment, returnee employment, and start-up opportunities.

May 24, 2026 7 min read
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I&M Bank Tower in Nairobi representing the institutional bond market for diaspora investors
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M-Akiba and Diaspora Bonds in 2026: How Kenyans Abroad Can Buy Kenyan Government Securities, Earn 15-17% Yields, and Build a Shilling Bond Ladder

Treasury yields of 15-17% remain attractive for shilling-denominated paper. A diaspora guide to M-Akiba, the 2026 diaspora infrastructure bond, and how to build a shilling bond ladder from abroad.

May 24, 2026 7 min read
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