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Gikomba Market Nairobi: East Africa's Largest Second-Hand Clothing Market, the Mitumba Economy and the Border-Less Trade

Gikomba Market in Nairobi is East Africa's largest mitumba second-hand clothing market, supporting thousands of traders, the wider mitumba economy and the cross-border trade. Explore the market structure, supply chain, regulatory debates and economic role.

May 25, 2026 5 min read
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A Shell petrol station in Nairobi, Kenya, illustrating the retail pump network where EPRA's monthly maximum prices are displayed and enforced
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Kenya Fuel Prices May 2026: How EPRA Sets Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene Prices and Why They Hit Record Highs

EPRA's mid-May 2026 fuel price review pushed diesel to a record KSh242.92 a litre and lifted petrol by KSh16.65. A protest-driven mid-cycle revision cut diesel by KSh10. The episode reveals how Kenya's pump prices are built, who carries the cost, and why volatility is the new normal.

May 24, 2026 8 min read
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KRA Times Tower in Nairobi handling diaspora vehicle import duties
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NTSA Vehicle Import for Diaspora Returnees in 2026: A Step-By-Step Guide to Importing Your Car, Paying Duty, and Registering Through eCitizen

How diaspora returnees can import a vehicle in 2026: the 8-year age rule, RHD requirement, JEVIC inspection, duty computation, and the eCitizen registration workflow.

May 24, 2026 7 min read
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Import and Export Documentation in Kenya: A Complete Guide to Customs Procedures, Permits, and Compliance

Navigating Kenya's import and export documentation requirements is one of the most critical competencies for businesses engaged in international trade, yet the complexity of customs procedures, multi-...

Feb 20, 2026 7 min read
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Kenya's Sugar Industry: The Sweet and Bitter Story of Sugarcane Farming and Miller Politics

Kenya's sugar industry supports over six million livelihoods in western Kenya but has been plagued by governance failures epitomized by the collapse of Mumias Sugar, persistent farmer payment delays r...

Feb 20, 2026 6 min read
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How to Import a Car into Kenya: Duty Calculation, KEBS Standards, and Registration

Importing a car into Kenya involves navigating customs duties, quality inspections, and registration procedures that can seem complex for first-time importers. This comprehensive guide breaks down eve...

Feb 20, 2026 7 min read
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Import and Export Licensing in Kenya: KEBS Standards, Permits, and Customs Procedures

International trade is a cornerstone of Kenya's economy, but navigating the complex web of import and export regulations can be challenging for new traders. From obtaining Import Declaration Forms and...

Feb 20, 2026 5 min read
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Pet Relocation to and from Kenya: A Complete Guide for Diaspora Families
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Pet Relocation to and from Kenya: A Complete Guide for Diaspora Families

Complete guide to relocating pets to and from Kenya. Covers import/export permits, vaccinations, airline requirements, logistics, costs, and professional relocation services for diaspora families.

Feb 17, 2026 8 min read
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Kenyan Diaspora Guide to Buying and Shipping a Vehicle to Kenya
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Kenyan Diaspora Guide to Buying and Shipping a Vehicle to Kenya

Complete guide for diaspora Kenyans to buy and ship a vehicle to Kenya. Covers import regulations, the shipping process, duties and taxes, customs clearing, and NTSA registration.

Feb 17, 2026 5 min read
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