Consumer complaints against digital lenders surged sharply over the past year. The platforms accounted for the…
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Court Clears Way for Nairobi County to Resume Financial Operations
The High Court has directed the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to restore Nairobi County’s banking…
New Law Gives CBK Powers to Rescue Systemically Important Banks During Financial Crises
Kenya has enacted a new law strengthening the Central Bank of Kenya’s crisis response powers. The…
Inflation Pressures Raise Expectations of CBK Interest Rate Increase
Rising inflation pressures are increasing expectations that the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) could raise its…
Weak Investor Uptake Casts Doubt on CBK’s Switch Bond Strategy
The Central Bank of Kenya is pushing ahead with its plan to refinance maturing debt through…
Fears Rise Over Heavy Government Borrowing Despite CBK Assurances
Fears have emerged over Kenya’s sharply increased domestic borrowing target for the 2025/26 financial year, even…
CBK Warns Oil Shock Could Push Inflation to 6.2%
The Central Bank of Kenya has warned that inflation could rise to 6.2 percent in July…
CBK Invites Public Views on Draft Financial Consumer Protection Framework
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has invited members of the public and industry stakeholders to…
Kenya hits Sh60 Billion Target as Investors flock to March Treasury Bond Sale
Kenya’s March 2026 Treasury bond auction attracted strong demand from investors, allowing the Central Bank of…
What M-Pesa’s Phone Number Masking Means for Users
M-Pesa users are set to enjoy greater privacy and protection after Safaricom introduced a new feature…