Kenya has a liberalised economy with a GDP of $55.2bn, which grew at 5.7% in 2013. Much of the 2013 growth was attributable to relatively low and stable inflation, and the establishment of county governments as public expenditure rose in line with the devolved system of government, according to an economic survey from 2014. Agriculture, wholesale and retail trade, transport and communication,...
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Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Kenya 2014
Kenya has a population of approximately 44m, with a growth rate of 2.11% in 2014, and more than one-third of the populace – 42.9% – is classified as under 14 years of age. While services are the largest GDP contributor, accounting for over 50% of economic activity, the country also has an extremely developed agricultural sector. Although it has been through its fair share of ups and downs,...
Articles & Analysis | Kenya hotel listings from The Report: Kenya 2014
View contact details and general information for some of the leading hotels and resorts in Kenya.
Articles & Analysis | Helpful tips for business and leisure travellers from The Report: Kenya 2014
In business meetings across Kenya it is customary to exchange greetings and shake hands. As relationships and networking are important in the business community, it is common to open a meeting by engaging in casual discussion about health, family and travel. The host will generally indicate when the business discussion should commence.
Articles & Analysis | Investments in downstream agricultural activities should boost growth from The Report: Kenya 2014
Although largely rural and modestly sized, Kisii County offers significant scope for growth over the medium and long term, thanks to planned infrastructure spending and a growing population. Following the passage of devolution in 2010, the county has sought to translate its strong agricultural base into more value-added sectors such as agro-processing, branding and...
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Anne Waiguru, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Devolution and Planning from The Report: Kenya 2014
How much scope do counties have for adjusting policy or introducing incentives to attract investment?