Kenya has introduced a KSh1.08 trillion investment strategy aimed at transforming its agricultural sector over the next five years. The plan, known as the "National Agri-Food Systems Investment Plan" for 2026-2030, anticipates significant private sector involvement to cover nearly half of the total costs, as the government seeks to modernize food production systems and enhance productivity in the sector.

The Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Dr Bashiru Kakurwa, emphasized the need for unity and cooperation among fish farmers as the Tanzanian government aims to enhance the aquaculture sector to boost economic growth and create jobs. This statement was made during a meeting with stakeholders in the fish farming industry.

South African firms are intensifying their investments in Kenya's corporate sector, with planned acquisitions totaling approximately Sh413 billion. This strategy aims to use Nairobi as a gateway into East and Central Africa. Notably, Absa Group has announced intentions to increase its stake in Absa Bank Kenya from 68.5 percent to a higher percentage.

Kenya's collective investment sector is approaching the Sh1 trillion milestone, according to data from the Capital Markets Authority (CMA). Assets Under Management across Collective Investment Schemes grew by 11% to Sh948.7 billion in the quarter ending June 30, 2026, up from Sh851.7 billion the previous quarter. The regulator attributed the growth to increased inflows from individual and institutional investors into unit trust schemes, stronger performance by established funds, and new product launches under existing umbrella structures.

Tanzania's Vice-President Deogratius Ndejembi has said private investment will be crucial to advancing the country's blue economy agenda. In remarks delivered on his behalf by the Minister of State in the Vice-President's Office, he urged investors to pursue opportunities in blue carbon trading, marine biotechnology, value addition of marine products, and logistics services, according to the Daily News report from Dar es Salaam.

Cabinet Secretary Murkomen has defended government-backed empowerment programs, stating that they are essential to the Kenya Kwanza administration's Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).