January 2026 - The Kenya Wall Street

Safaricom’s Potential Majority Ownership Shift Sparks Inquiries from EAC and COMESA

The proposed acquisition of a controlling stake in Safaricom PLC by Vodacom Group has ignited a wave of scrutiny from regional competition bodies, with East African Community Competition Authority (EACCA) and the

January 31, 2026

Business

Fitch Ratings Downgrades Afreximbank, Citing Restructuring Risks and Withdraws Coverage

In a bold move that is shaking the African banking sector, Fitch Ratings has downgraded the long-term issuer credit rating of Afreximbank, the African Export-Import Bank. This downgrade comes at a time

January 31, 2026

Finance

Internal Disagreements and Strategic Shifts Derail Stanbic-NCBA Merger.

A planned merger between Stanbic Bank (through its Kenyan subsidiary, Stanbic Kenya) and NCBA Group has officially collapsed, with insiders revealing that differences over rebranding and strategic direction played a crucial role

January 31, 2026

Business

U.S. dollar banknotes are seen in this illustration taken May 4, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration

US Dollar Gains as Kevin Warsh Named Next Fed Chair

The US dollar is gaining ground after President Donald Trump named former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh as the next Chair of the central bank. These dollar gains also follow data showing

January 31, 2026

Finance

Uganda's economy is projected to expand between 6.5% and 7% in the financial year starting July,

Uganda Lowers Growth Forecast, Sets Crude Output Start

Uganda has sharply lowered its annual economic growth forecast for the upcoming financial year. The new Uganda growth forecast projects expansion between 6.5% and 7%, down from a previous estimate of 10.4%.

January 31, 2026

Economy

Gold Plunges in Steepest Daily Drop Since 1983

Gold prices are plummeting toward their steepest daily decline since 1983 in a historic market rout. The sharp gold drop follows a record peak just one day earlier, triggering massive profit-taking. Spot

January 31, 2026

Business

Accelerating Digital Adoption in Kenyan Businesses for Growth in 2026

Digital adoption refers to how organizations use digital tools and technology to improve operations, customer engagement, and competitiveness. In Kenya, the pace of digital adoption has accelerated in recent years, driven by

January 28, 2026

Business·Economy·Tech

The Role of AI in Kenyan Business Growth Opportunities and Impact

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how businesses operate around the world, and Kenya is no exception. From small startups in Nairobi to large enterprises in manufacturing and agriculture, Kenyan businesses are increasingly

January 28, 2026

Economy·Business

Embracing E-commerce in Kenya Opportunities and Challenges

E-commerce in Kenya has grown rapidly over the past decade, transforming how people buy and sell goods and services. Fueled by widespread mobile money use, increased internet access, and a youthful population

January 28, 2026

Business·Economy

Pound Rises on Inflation Data Amid UK Political Tensions

The pound edged higher against the U.S. dollar for the fourth straight day on Tuesday, supported by stronger-than-expected inflation data and broader dollar weakness. Sterling last traded at $1.3696—up 0.12% and near

January 27, 2026

World·Economy

Safaricom’s Potential Majority Ownership Shift Sparks Inquiries from EAC and COMESA

Fitch Ratings Downgrades Afreximbank, Citing Restructuring Risks and Withdraws Coverage

Internal Disagreements and Strategic Shifts Derail Stanbic-NCBA Merger.

US Dollar Gains as Kevin Warsh Named Next Fed Chair

Uganda Lowers Growth Forecast, Sets Crude Output Start

Gold Plunges in Steepest Daily Drop Since 1983

Accelerating Digital Adoption in Kenyan Businesses for Growth in 2026

The Role of AI in Kenyan Business Growth Opportunities and Impact

Embracing E-commerce in Kenya Opportunities and Challenges

Pound Rises on Inflation Data Amid UK Political Tensions

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