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Kenya At-A-Glance

The latest general elections have set the stage for Kenya’s next development chapter. The country has made significant political and economic reforms that have contributed to sustained economic growth, social development, and political stability gains over the past decade. However, its key development challenges still include poverty, inequality, youth unemployment, transparency and accountability, climate change, continued weak private sector investment, and the vulnerability of the economy to internal and external shocks.

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Financing Locally-Led Climate Action Program

To deliver locally-led climate resilience actions and strengthen county and national governments' capacity to manage climate risks.

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Kenya Analytical Program on Forced Displacement

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This interactive dashboard provides insights into the Kenya Analytical Program on Forced Displacement (KAP-FD), focusing on the integration of refugees and host communities in Kenya. Supported by the Netherlands and implemented by the World Bank and UNHCR, in collaboration with the University of California, Berkeley, the dashboard visualizes survey data and research findings to guide policy design and service delivery, aiming to foster self-reliance and improve welfare among refugees and host populations.

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Country Partnership Framework

The Kenya Country Partnership Framework (CPF) is a joint strategy between the World Bank, International Finance Cooperation (IFC), the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) and the government to promote shared prosperity and reduce poverty for the people of Kenya. The CPF aims to drive faster and more equitable labor productivity and income growth, greater equity in development outcomes across the country, and help sustain Kenya’s natural capital for greater climate resilience.

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Sep 15, 2022

Support to Kenya's Devolution

Find out how the World Bank is supporting Kenya's promise of devolution.
Apr 23, 2025

Africa’s Pulse

Short term economic prospects for the continent, its current development challenges.
Jul 10, 2025

CPIA Africa

The latest CPIA report notes that, despite a stable overall score, essential services must be strengthened for inclusive and sustainable growth. It highlights the need for government mobilization to address the needs of ...
Jun 03, 2024

Africa’s Human Capital Plan

Read the World Bank’s plan to support African countries to strengthen the quantity, efficiency and impact of investments in people.

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Delta Center
Menengai Road, Upper Hill
PO Box 30577-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

+254-20-293-6000

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