Kenya is set to enjoy key trade benefits with China after the Asian nation agreed to negotiations allowing Kenyan goods to enter its market without tariffs, amid U.S.-imposed trade barriers affecting local exports. China’s broader duty-free and quota-free policy for African goods primarily benefits Least Developed Countries, leaving developing nations like Kenya initially excluded. Photo MITA"We are pleased to share that these engagements have resulted in a preliminary agreement that allows for 98.2 per cent zero-duty market access for Kenyan goods. The introduction of zero-duty access will unlock vast economic potential for Kenyan exporters, allowing for diversification of our export basket, especially in the agricultural sector, which is the mainstay of our economy," Kinyanjui said. The CS indicated that the zero-duty access could increase profits for Kenyan exporters, expand market reach, and create employment opportunities across multiple sectors.

Source: Daily Nation January 15, 2026 13:54 UTC