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The regulatory body overseeing the capital markets in Kenya, tasked with ensuring investor protection and the integrity of the financial markets.
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Kenya’s investment market nears KSh1 trillion as investors look beyond MMFs
TechTrendsKE - Sep 10, 2026
Kenya's collective investment industry reached approximately KSh948.7 billion by June 2026. Special Funds grew by 24% in the second quarter of 2026, while Fixed Income Funds increased by 15%.
Africa Blockchain Festival lands in Nairobi as Kenya’s crypto rules take shape
TechTrendsKE - Aug 18, 2026
The Africa Blockchain Festival will be held in Nairobi from October 15 to 17, 2025. Kenya has been reshaping its digital asset regulations, marking a significant shift in the market.

Kenyan Crypto Startups Consider Offshore Shift as New Capital Rules Raise Cost
Tech In Africa - Aug 14, 2026
Kenyan cryptocurrency startups are considering moving operations to Mauritius and South Africa due to new licensing requirements. The Virtual Asset Service Providers Regulations, 2026, impose minimum capital requirements for virtual asset exchanges and wallet providers.
Kenya’s crypto rules put homegrown startups under pressure
TechTrendsKE - Aug 13, 2026
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Kenya's new crypto regulations require substantial capital from startups before the November 4 compliance deadline. Minimum paid-up capital requirements are set at Sh300 million for stablecoin issuers and Sh150 million for wallet providers.
What Happens When a Stockbroker Fails? Inside the CMA’s Investor Compensation Fund
TechTrendsKE - Jul 18, 2026
The Kenya Investor Compensation Fund compensates investors for financial losses caused by licensed stockbroker failures. The Fund is established under the Capital Markets Act and serves as a consumer protection mechanism.
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