The Central Bank of Kenya was established in 1966 through
an Act of Parliament - the Central Bank of Kenya Act of 1966.
The establishment of the Bank was a direct result of the desire
among the three East African states to have independent monetary and
financial policies.
The Central Bank of Kenya Act of 1966 set out objectives and functions
and gave the Central Bank limited autonomy. Since the amendment of the
Central Bank of Kenya Act in April 1997, the Central Bank operations
have been restructured to conform with ongoing economic reforms. There
is now greater monetary autonomy.
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CBK calls for development of stronger capacity for future growth
25th August 2010
The Governor, Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u, has called for development
of stronger capacity for future growth. He said this can be achieved
by solving the binding constraints to growth. The Governor said this
during the 1st Annual International Business
and Management (AIBUMA) 2010
Conference while delivering his keynote address on the
innovative strategies adopted by African countries in coping with the
recent global economic recession.
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First Monetary Policy Forum
12th August 2010
The Central Bank of Kenya Governor, Prof. Njuguna Ndung'u has emphasized on the importance of understanding how finance supports private sector activities and the need to sensitize the public on the range of financial services. He said this during the First Monetary Policy Forum, held at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies on 10th August 2010. The Forum brought together key stakeholders to discuss monetary policy issues, banking sector developments, financing of private sector activities and development of public awareness on financial services.
Issuance of Guidance on Anti-Money Laundering Law
10th August 2010
Following the operationalisation of the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2009 on 28th June 2010, the Central Bank has today issued Guidance Note No.1 of 2010 to guide institutions licensed under the Banking Act on various anti-money laundering related issues.
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Rolling-out of Credit Information Sharing for the Banking Sector
13th July 2010
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has today announced the formal roll
out of the Credit Information Sharing
of the banking sector with effect from the 31st
July 2010. This follows the operationalization of the
Banking (Credit Reference Bureau), 2008 Regulations on 2nd February
2009 and the licensing of the first Credit Reference Bureau in February
in 2010.
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Press
Release
Banking
Circular No.3
KBA
Data Specification Document
KBA
Data Standards Manual