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Can UAE deal make Kenya Dubai of Africa?

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President William Ruto and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during the signing of a historic Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between Kenya and the UAE in Abu Dhabi, on January 15, 2025. [PCS]

The recent signing of a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (Cepa) between Kenya and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) heralds a significant shift in economic relations that could position Kenya as a central player in Africa's trade landscape, analysts say.

The agreement, the first of its kind between the UAE and an African nation, aims to enhance trade, attract investment, and create jobs.

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