Labour market · 04/11/20261 min read

Kenya's Economy Resilient, but Stronger Governance Could Unlock Gains in Economic Output and Jobs

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Kenya's economy grew 5.2% in the first half of 2026; stronger governance could lift output by up to 20% by 2035 and support more and better jobs.

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