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World Bank to release Kenya economic update
The World Bank is expected to release this year’s Kenya Economic Update just days after the bank warned that Kenya was tinkering on the verge of debt distress urging for caution on the country’s debt profile. CNBC Africa spoke to Jesse Ludenyo, Senior Research Lead at Amana Capital on market expectations.
Thu, 08 Dec 2022 10:11:02 GMT
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- The World Bank's report points to a decline in agriculture of 1.5% in the first half of 2022, raising alarms about the sector's overall contraction by 1.6% for the year.
- Kenya's economic resilience is put to the test as global shocks and regional challenges threaten to hinder growth, emphasizing the need for substantial investments in agriculture to mitigate high food prices.
- Government actions to manage debt levels and increase revenue collection have shown some progress, but there is a pressing need to address income inequalities and stimulate growth at the grassroots level for sustainable economic recovery.
Kenya is on the cusp of economic uncertainty as the World Bank prepares to release the Kenya Economic Update for the year. Just days after issuing a cautionary warning about the country's burgeoning debt levels, the World Bank's report has confirmed fears of slowing growth and highlighted concerning indicators in key sectors. CNBC Africa interviewed Jesse Ludenyo, Senior Research Lead at Amana Capital, to delve into market expectations and dissect the implications of the upcoming economic update. The interview shed light on the challenges facing Kenya's economy and the urgent need for strategic interventions to avert a looming crisis. Looking ahead, all eyes are on how the government will navigate the delicate balance between debt management and sustainable economic growth. The stakes are high, and the decisions made in the coming months could have far-reaching consequences for Kenya's financial stability and overall prosperity.
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