ISDS Case Map
Kenya
The Cepa will boost agricultural exports and drive infrastructure spending.
Although some trade has taken place under this framework—such as exports from Ghanaian and South African companies in 2023—these transactions remain marginal.
Nigeria’s first shipment under the African Continental Free Trade Area has arrived at Mombasa Port, Kenya.
The recent signing of a comprehensive economic partnership agreement between Kenya and the United Arab Emirates heralds a significant shift in economic relations that could position Kenya as a central player in Africa’s trade landscape.
Kenya and the UAE have signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, a historic deal aimed at easing market access for Kenyan products into the Gulf state.
Pakistan and Kenya have agreed on a free trade agreement and mutual cooperation to enhance business and investment opportunities.
Kenyan President William Ruto called on African nations to integrate special economic zones (SEZs) into a continental transformation strategy to drive growth.
Trump could delay the conclusion of the Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership introduced by Biden, calling for fresh talks incorporating his 2020 FTA.
The government of Kenya has officially terminated its bilateral investment treaty (BIT) with the Netherlands, marking a significant win for economic justice and environmental protection.
Critics argue that the ECT, designed to protect foreign investments, contains vague provisions that allow multinational corporations to sue governments for lost profits due to policy changes.
