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business environmentSep 9, 2026

Excise duty on industrial inputs threatens Kenya’s manufacturing future

The introduction of excise duty under the Finance Act, 2026 on key industrial inputs including industrial sugar, particleboard and MDF raises concerns for a sector that is Kenya’s single largest contributor to the national tax base.

By Tobias AlandoRead article
business environmentJun 25, 2026

Beyond the Strait of Hormuz: What Kenya can learn from a global supply disruption

For Kenya, what was unfolding thousands of kilometers away quickly became a domestic economic issue, exposing how deeply local manufacturers depend on distant supply chains and strategic shipping routes beyond their control.

By Tobias AlandoRead article
industrial policyFeaturedJun 9, 2026

Tailoring the Finance Bill 2026 to spur manufacturing

As engagements continue on the Finance Bill 2026, we are presented with a legislative opportunity to build the foundations of a globally competitive industrial sector capable of driving long-term economic growth and job creation.

By Tobias AlandoRead article
industrial policyFeaturedMay 11, 2026

How Kenyan manufacturers are powering prosperity through the stock exchange

Kenya's Nairobi Securities Exchange is more than a venue for trade — it is an engine of growth, and manufacturing companies are among its strongest pillars, driving stability, investor confidence, and long-term national development.

By Tobias AlandoRead article
business environmentApr 20, 2026

Kenya is encouraging entry, but are we also accelerating exit?

Kenya's economic narrative today is one of energy and ambition, but beneath this momentum lies a quieter trend where many existing businesses face increasing pressure from rising costs and structural challenges.

By Pankaj BediRead article
industrial policyApr 20, 2026

Fixing structural barriers, forging Kenya's industrial future

Kenya's manufacturing sector shows progress in output and employment, but structural constraints continue to limit its global competitiveness and full industrial potential.

By Tobias AlandoRead article

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