As of July 2, Kenya's foreign exchange reserves stood at USD 14.047 billion, which is sufficient to cover six months of imports. This amount exceeds the statutory minimum requirement set by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). The information was detailed in the CBK's latest Weekly Bulletin released on July 3, indicating that the reserves provide a strong buffer against external economic pressures.

The Bank of Tanzania has reduced its liquid reserves while increasing its gold holdings, indicating a strategic shift in managing the country's foreign assets amid global economic uncertainties. As of May, the central bank's cash and cash equivalents were at 3.99 trillion Tanzanian shillings, a slight decrease from 4.03 trillion shillings at the end of the previous month, according to Daily News.

Kenya's foreign exchange reserves have reached a record high of $14 billion, increasing from $13.173 billion the previous week. This rise is attributed to the receipt of $750 million in funding from the World Bank, aimed at enhancing accountability and social protection, according to the central bank.

According to the Bank of Tanzania's May 2026 review, Tanzania's exports increased by 13.5% to USD 18.9 billion for the year ending April 2026, driven primarily by gold and tourism. The report also noted a rise in headline inflation to 4% due to higher fuel prices, a 23.6% growth in private sector credit, and an appreciation of the Shilling by 2.7%. Foreign exchange reserves reached USD 5.7 billion, sufficient to cover 4.4 months of imports.

According to Tanzania Affairs, the Bank of Tanzania is positioned to sustain the stability of the shilling due to its strong gold reserves. This stability is attributed to the leadership of President Dr. Samia, who has carefully managed initiatives to support the economy in 2026.

Economic and financial analysts have expressed support for the Finance Act, 2026, which allows the Tanzanian government to secure temporary advances from the Bank of Tanzania (BoT). They view this provision as a crucial economic shock absorber during emergencies, aligning with standard fiscal practices used in various countries to protect economies from unforeseen challenges.