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The Standard
… The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development reported that intra-African trade accounted for about 16 per cent of the continent’s total trade in 2022, compared with 68 per cent in Europe and 59 per cent in Asia. …
From farm to plate: The missing link in Kenya's food securityCapital News
… The Call to Action also encourages international organisations, including the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, to undertake a biennial study on the economic costs of distrust. …
Trust Summit adopts 29-point global trust action plan, backs Nairobi-based CouncilCitizen Digital
… The agreement also encourages international organisations, including the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, to conduct biennial studies examining the economic costs of distrust. …
Nairobi Trust Summit adopts 29-point plan to rebuild global confidenceThe Standard
… The plan also encourages international organisations, including the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, to conduct a study every two years on the economic costs of distrust.The proposed facility and other mechanisms are yet to be fully developed and implemented. …
New plan proposes global fund to restore trust in institutionsCitizen Digital
… eveals why he quit United Opposition, joined Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi By Citizen Reporter September 10, 2026 12:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Former United Nations Conference on Trade and Development …
Mukhisa Kituyi reveals why he quit United Opposition, joined Sifuna-led Linda MwananchiCitizen Digital
… ail': Mukhisa Kituyi claims Ruto seeking campaign money from Tata Chemicals By Brian Kimani September 10, 2026 12:08 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Former United Nations Conference on Trade and Development …
'This is blackmail': Kituyi claims Ruto seeking campaign money from Tata ChemicalsCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 9 – Former Trade Minister and United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Secretary-General Mukhisa Kituyi has joined the Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi political outfit, in the latest development in the opposition realignment ahead of the 20 …
Mukhisa Kituyi joins Sifuna as opposition realignment gathers paceCapital News
… He said Kenya attracted $3.2 billion in foreign direct investment last year, describing it as the highest level in the country’s history, according to data from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). …
Kindiki Warns Policy Disruptions Could Derail Kenya’s DevelopmentThe Standard
… According to the latest United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) World Investment Report, global FDI reached approximately $1.6 trillion (Sh 244.8 trillion) in 2025. …
The real story behind global foreign direct investment rankingsCitizen Digital
… The continent holds approximately 30% of the world’s critical mineral reserves according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and possesses 60% of the world’s best solar resources according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). …
OPINION: The missing infrastructure behind Africa’s Green CenturyAn opinion piece argues that Kenya's food insecurity stems not from production shortages but from middleman costs and inefficiencies in the supply chain between farmers and consumers, leaving producers with low margins and buyers unable to afford nutritious meals.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's food insecurity stems not from production shortages but from middleman costs and inefficiencies in the supply chain between farmers and consumers, leaving producers with low margins and buyers unable to afford nutritious meals.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
The inaugural Trust Summit in Nairobi adopted a 29-point action plan to rebuild public confidence in institutions through a proposed global financing facility at the United Nations, a Coalition on Global Trust, and a Nairobi Trust Council. The summit brought together government, international organisations, business leaders, civil society, academics, and young people to address declining trust in global institutions.
23 October 2026 · Capital News →
The inaugural Nairobi Trust Summit adopted a 29-point Call to Action proposing reforms to public institutions, multilateral systems, and digital governance to address declining public confidence. The agreement also proposes establishing a Coalition on Global Trust, a Nairobi Trust Council to be hosted by Kenya, and a Global Trust Facility under the United Nations to finance related initiatives.
23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A new Nairobi Call to Action adopted at a three-day meeting proposes establishing a UN-administered Global Trust Facility, financed through voluntary government and non-state contributions, to fund reforms in public institutions including regulatory bodies and judicial mechanisms. The plan also calls for a Coalition on Global Trust and a Nairobi Trust Council hosted by Kenya to coordinate and monitor progress.
23 October 2026 · The Standard →
Former UNCTAD Secretary-General Dr Mukhisa Kituyi left the opposition coalition and joined the Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi movement, citing disagreements over the coalition's organization and its failure to develop a shared political agenda. Kituyi, who had been designated spokesperson and head of the United Opposition secretariat, said his efforts to establish a joint secretariat collapsed after constituent parties chose to continue operating from their individual party headquarters.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former UNCTAD Secretary-General Mukhisa Kituyi alleged on Citizen TV that President William Ruto ordered Tata Chemicals Magadi to leave Kenya not as an expulsion but to pressure the company into renegotiating its government agreement and provide funds ahead of the 2027 General Election.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mukhisa Kituyi, a former Trade Minister and UNCTAD Secretary-General, has joined Edwin Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi political outfit as part of opposition realignment efforts ahead of the 2027 General Election. Kituyi, who was recently appointed spokesperson for the United Opposition, brings experience in national and international affairs to the movement.
9 September 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned that frequent changes to government policies could undermine Kenya's development, urging the country to shield long-term programmes from political interference and focus on building a sustainable national agenda. He cited economic stabilisation under President William Ruto's administration, including inflation below six per cent, $3.2 billion in foreign direct investment last year, and a reduction in the Central Bank lending rate to commercial banks from 13.5 per cent to 8.75 per cent.
12 August 2026 · Capital News →
FDI rankings measure more than investment inflows—they are a report card on a nation's competitiveness, reflecting policy, governance, infrastructure, and regulation. According to UNCTAD, global FDI reached approximately $1.6 trillion in 2025, with the US, Singapore, and Hong Kong as top recipients.
2 August 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Africa, despite holding 30% of global critical mineral reserves and 60% of the world's best solar resources, receives only 2% of global clean energy investment. The gap is attributed to pricing issues rooted in currency volatility, sovereign-risk perception, and weak regulation, as rich countries borrow at 1–4% interest while poorer countries face rates around 14%.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Africa holds 30% of global critical mineral reserves and 60% of the world's best solar resources, yet receives only 2% of global clean energy investment, constrained by high borrowing costs and weak infrastructure that hinder the continent's role in the global green transition.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →