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  • MSMEs and the e-commerce sector in Kenya are emerging as a formidable force driving economic growth.
  • With over 7.4 million MSMEs contributing about 40 percent of the country’s GDP, their potential to boost the economy is huge.
  • With internet penetration in Kenya currently above 74 percent, the country is well-positioned for e-commerce growth banking on an expanding middle class.

In a world where technology continuously reshapes the business scene, the relationship between Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and the e-commerce sector in Kenya is emerging as a formidable force driving economic growth.

This dynamic was highlighted during a recent stakeholder forum reviewing the Kenya e-commerce strategy, launched in December 2023.

The strategy aims to foster innovation, inclusive participation, and economic growth through digital commerce for Kenyans, regardless of location, age, gender, or abilities.

With over 7.4 million MSMEs contributing about 40 percent of the country’s GDP, their potential to …