Kenya’s move to accrual-based accounting is a significant step toward improving financial transparency and governance. This shift represents a modern approach to public financial management, where transactions are recorded when they occur rather than when cash is exchanged. The move offers Kenya several benefits, including better financial reporting and enhanced decision-making processes. However, as with…
Curious about the top money market funds in Kenya for December 2023? Here they are! First off, the average daily rate for money market funds in December went up to 12.51% per year, compared to November’s 12.06%. This spike is due to the rising interest rates in government securities, which are a big deal for…
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a form of indirect tax levied on the consumption of goods and services. It is a major source of revenue for most governments including Kenya. Here is a summary that you need to know. Purpose of VAT The primary goal of VAT is to generate revenue for the government. Unlike…
A chama, derived from the Kiswahili word for “group,” is a self-help initiative that operates on the principles of collective saving and investment. These informal cooperatives have become a powerful financial tool, empowering individuals and communities across Kenya. With origins tracing back to the 1960s, chamas have evolved significantly, transitioning from simple savings groups into…
Nairobi Kenya: A total of 23 commercial banks in Kenya have lowered their lending rates following successive interest rate cuts by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). The move is expected to make borrowing more affordable and stimulate economic activity across various sectors. According to data released in December, the average lending rate declined to…
