By Zachary Ochieng For years, the narrative of Africa-global trade partnerships has been defined by extraction or aid dependency. Kenya has felt this acutely—supply chain disruptions, infrastructure gaps, and foreign investment that rarely reaches the small-scale farmer or the young job-seeker. But a new model is emerging along the Indian Ocean corridor, and it is
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the rollout of the East African Community (EAC) Customs Bond system, a move aimed at improving regional trade and customs operations across member states. In a public notice issued by KRA on March 16, 2026, the tax authority confirmed that the new EAC Customs Bond will officially take