Tag "Kenya"
Can Kenya’s security keep up with trade?
As economic stakes are raised, terrorism and nonproliferation require political focus and follow-through. Fortunately there are signs that promote hope for the future, and Kenya is not alone in the process.
Eurobonds: Africa’s new patronage machine
Eurobonds have become popular financial solutions to Africa’s economic woes. However, their increased popularity may in fact result in increased risks for both lenders and borrowers. Eurobonds remain increasingly popular
Weekly Risk Outlook
US Fed to raise rates. WTO meets in Kenya. Mexico announces auction winners. Summit on terrorism financing. Spanish elections’ outcome politically dangerous. All in the Weekly Risk Outlook. Federal Reserve Likely to Raise Interest Rates for
Kenyatta tackles corruption in Kenya
President Uhuru Kenyatta recently reshuffled his cabinet in an effort to root out corruption in Kenya. Nonetheless, corruption risks will remain a problem for investors while political and economic fortunes
Lake Turkana: A land of opportunity?
Lake Turkana region in north-west Kenya is attracting significant foreign investment. However, political and security dynamics are sensitive, fragile and complex. Turkana County, an underdeveloped, remote and impoverished part of
Economic integration in East Africa will prove challenging
Several recent trade wars between Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda emphasize some of the key challenges faced by the East African Community for a successful economic integration. The drive for political
Migrants cost Africa billions in lost human capital
About 55,000 migrants are believed to be smuggled from across Africa into Europe annually. While Europe benefits, human capital flight of both unskilled and highly skilled workers accounts for substantial
Tanzania’s election pivotal for MNCs, regional players
The outcome of Tanzania’s elections will be pivotal for the country’s economy and its political influence in East Africa. Tanzania’s elections, scheduled for 25 October 2015, are set to be
Tapping Africa’s Beer Market
Leading breweries are racing to capitalize on Africa’s massive potential consumer market, but risks remain for both investors and host countries Across Europe and North America, leading breweries must contend
In Kenya, it’s “Game of Phones” in the telecom sector
Things are moving fast in Kenya’s telecommunications sector. As a consequence of the enormous growth in the mobile communications industry in Kenya, tensions might undermine its further development as the