Topic: Ministry of Trade
Kenya's First Zero-Tariff Tea Shipment Arrives in China
May 12, 2026 at 10:55 AM
Kenya has recorded a major milestone in its trade relationship with China after the first cargo exported under China’s zero-tariff treatment programme for 53 African countries ar...
Gov’t Issues Notice to Manufacturers, Investors on New EAC Regulations
May 05, 2026 at 09:34 AM
The new regulations aim to establish a harmonized framework for manufacturing across partner states....
Win as Kenyan Exports Get 98% Zero-Tariff Access to China Market
May 01, 2026 at 02:00 PM
Kenyan exports will now enjoy expanded access to the Chinese market after the government announced a new zero-tariff arrangement....
Gov’t Adjusts Fuel Standards Over Supply Challenges
Apr 30, 2026 at 07:41 PM
The Ministry of Trade has announced a temporary adjustment to fuel quality standards following emerging global supply disruptions that have made it difficult to source compliant pe...
Reprieve for Kenya as US Extends AGOA for 3 Years
Jan 14, 2026 at 11:05 AM
The United States House of Representatives has passed a bill extending the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for three years....
Gov’t Defends Construction Sector After Nairobi Building Collapse
Jan 13, 2026 at 03:44 PM
The Investments, Trade, and Industry has defended Kenya’s construction sector following the collapse of a building in Nairobi, saying the incident should not be used to discredit...
Trade, Labour and Collaboration: Why the 2025 COMESA Summit in Nairobi Matters
Oct 01, 2025 at 07:38 AM
As Nairobi prepares to host the 24th COMESA Summit of Heads of State from 7–9 October 2025, the event has become far more than just a diplomatic gathering....
Win for Jobseekers as Multi-Billion Dollar Chinese Company to Set Up in Kenya
Jan 17, 2025 at 04:50 PM
According to stock Analysis, the whole Chinese company is valued at 35.23 billion dollars. This translates to approximately Ksh4.5 trillion....
