Imports from US halved as China dominates

Official Government data indicates the US is losing its spot as an important origin of imports to the country, after the value of imports dropped by 56 per cent to hit Sh21 billion between January to May this year. This is down from the Sh47.8 billion reported last year.PHOTO: COURTESY

Kenyan imports from the US halved in the first five months of this year as China extended its grip on the country.

Official Government data indicates the US is losing its spot as an important origin of imports to the country, after the value of imports dropped by 56 per cent to hit Sh21 billion between January to May this year. This is down from the Sh47.8 billion reported last year.