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With the US being the largest contributor to Kenya's remittance inflows, Donald Trump's stricter immigration rules and deportation threats heightened fears.

The Kenyan shilling experienced volatility against the US dollar following Donald Trump’s inauguration as US President, reflecting global market uncertainty.

In his first term as the US president, Donald Trump disassociated from most of his companies, but his second term could see him fully in business.

Kenya's trade dynamics, particularly with its top partners like the US, face potential shifts due to Donald Trump's trade policies, including his proposed tariffs.

Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) data showed the shilling exchanged at KSh 129.54 per US dollar as foreign exchange reserves dropped to $9,143 million.

According to a report by KNBS, the Kenyan shilling recorded significant gains against major East African currencies in the third quarter of 2024.

Elon Musk has maintained the top spot on Forbes' list of the 10 richest people in the world in 2025, cementing his status as a global business icon.

Kenyans living abroad remitted a staggering KSh 165b during the third quarter of 2024, highlighting the critical role of diaspora contributions to the economy.

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) reported stability in the shilling's value against the dollar, trading at KSh 129.31 per dollar as of Thursday, January 2.
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