Kenya still relies on cheques as digital payments rise despite Sh200 billion in monthly transactions
Kenya continues to rely heavily on traditional cheque payments in 2025, with paper based instruments processing more than Sh200 billion ...
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Tag: Central Bank of Kenya
Kenya considers mobile money deposit insurance.
The Kenyan State is exploring the possibility of the introduction of insurance cover for mobile money deposits, a policy shift ...
CBK cuts key rate to 9.00% – a fresh chance for borrowers
On December 9, 2025, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) announced a reduction in its benchmark lending rate the Central ...
Why Kenya doesn’t need a second bond exchange: the case against market fragmentation.
Kenya's fixed-income market has undergone a remarkable transformation that has positioned it as East Africa's most vibrant bond trading hub. ...
CBK introduces green finance taxonomy to guide climate risk management in banking
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has taken a significant step towards greening the banking sector with the introduction of ...
CBK appoints Gerald Nyaoma Arita to Deputy Governor role
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced the appointment of Gerald Nyaoma Arita as Deputy Governor. Nyaoma’s return to ...
A guide to investing in Kenyan treasury bonds: Direct vs. bank routes
Investing in Kenyan government bonds provides a safe opportunity for generating income. There are two main ways to purchase these ...
Kenya bankers urge Central Bank to maintain 13% rate
Kenya's banking sector is advocating for the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to maintain its current monetary policy stance at ...
Kenyan Shilling declines against US Dollar once more
Last week, the US dollar staged an impressive resurgence against the Kenyan shilling, as reported by the Central Bank of ...
CBK announces plan to increase capital requirements for Commercial Banks
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced plans to increase the capital requirements for commercial banks in response to ...
