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IMF Approves $684 Million Disbursement to Strengthen Kenya’s Economy

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  • Kenya receives a $684 million immediate disbursement from the IMF, part of a broader $941 million lending package aimed at boosting foreign-exchange reserves.
  • The funding supports Kenya’s preparation for a $2 billion Eurobond maturity in June and aims to enhance macroeconomic stability and facilitate key reforms.

 

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has granted a substantial financial boost to Kenya, approving an immediate disbursement of $684 million as part of a larger $941 million lending package. This strategic financial assistance is designed to fortify Kenya’s foreign-exchange reserves in anticipation of a $2 billion Eurobond maturity due in June.

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