Celebrating 60 Years of Central Banking
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is celebrating its Diamond Jubilee (CBK@60) on September 14, 2026. To mark this special milestone, CBK is hosting a series of high-level meetings and events during the week of September 13 to 18, 2026.
AACB Annual Meetings
The 2026 Annual Meetings of the Association of African Central Banks (AACB) will be hosted by the Central Bank of Kenya from September 13 – 18, 2026, at the Central Bank of Kenya Institute of Monetary Studies (CBK-IMS) in Nairobi, Kenya. This will include an AACB Symposium of Governors on September 17, 2026. The annual meetings will be held alongside the CBK@60 celebrations, and the AI Conference. Click here for more information.
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AI Conference
The Central Bank of Kenya will host the Artificial Intelligence Conference themed “Trusted Artificial Intelligence in Central Banking Practice,” on September 16, 2026. The conference brings together policymakers, representatives of central banks, commercial banks, financial-sector regulators, researchers and global AI experts to deepen the financial sector’s collective understanding of the opportunities and challenges presented by Artificial Intelligence. Particular attention will be given to the responsible application of AI in monetary policy, financial stability, financial integrity, regulation and supervision, and data analytics.
Gala Dinner
Beyond the policy discussions, the week will feature commemorative events honoring the Bank’s six-decade journey in fostering Kenya’s economic growth. A Gala Dinner will be held on September 17, 2026.
Calendar of Events
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Day |
Local Time (GMT + 1) |
Activity |
Participants |
Venue |
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Sunday, 13 September |
08:30 – 18:00 |
AACB Technical Committee Meeting |
Technical officials from AACB Bureau member Central Banks |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies, Shillingi Room |
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Monday, 14 September |
09:00 – 18:00 |
AACB Technical Committee Meeting |
Technical officials from AACB Bureau member Central Banks |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies, Shillingi Room |
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Tuesday, 15 September |
09:00 – 12:00 |
AACB Technical Committee Meeting |
Technical officials from AACB Bureau member Central Banks |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies, Shillingi Room |
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Wednesday, 16 September |
08:30 – 13:00 |
AACB Bureau Meeting |
Governors and technical officials from AACB Bureau member Central Banks |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies, Shillingi Room |
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08:00 – 18:00 |
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Conference |
Governors and technical officials from AACB member Central Banks, external Commercial Banks, and academia |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies, Auditorium |
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18:00 – 21:00 |
AACB / AI Conference Networking Cocktail |
Governors and technical officials from AACB member Central Banks, External Commercial Banks, and academia |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies, Poolside |
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Thursday, 17 September |
08:30 – 16:20 |
AACB Symposium of Governors |
Governors and technical officials from AACB Bureau member Central Banks, and invited guests from international and local organisations |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies, Auditorium |
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17:30 – 21:00 |
Gala Dinner |
Invited guests only |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies, Grandstand |
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Friday,18 September |
08:30 – 13:00 |
AACB Assembly of Governors Meeting |
Governors and technical officials from AACB member Central Banks and invited guests |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies, Shillingi Room |
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13:00 – 13:30 |
Tree planting |
Governors from AACB member Central Banks |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies |
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(to be confirmed) |
Meeting of the PAPSS Governing Council |
Governors of Central Banks participating in PAPSS, Afreximbank, other stakeholders |
CBK-Institute of Monetary Studies, Shillingi Room |
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18:00 – 21:00 |
Farewell dinner |
Governors and technical officials from AACB member Central Banks and invited guests |
(to be confirmed) |
CBK@60: Rooted in Legacy Tree Growing at Karura Forest
CBK launched the CBK@60 Green Spaces tree-growing initiative at Karura Forest, Nairobi, as part of its 60th Anniversary celebrations. The initiative promotes environmental conservation, staff wellness and teamwork while supporting Kenya’s national tree-growing campaign.
Governors of CBK Series
The CBK@60 docuseries honours the Governors who have served the Central Bank of Kenya over the past six decades. Through interviews with the Governors, the series explores their terms in office, the challenges they faced, and the major milestones achieved during their tenure. Watch the Series below.
Beyond 60: Industry Reflections
As part of the 60th anniversary celebrations, industry leaders and corporate governance experts reflect on their experiences working with CBK, its impact on their institutions, regulatory milestones that have shaped its journey, and their vision for its future. Watch it below.
The 2026 Kenya Music Festival
The Central Bank of Kenya, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, proudly co-sponsored the 2026 Kenya Music Festival as part of its CBK@60 celebrations. CBK sponsored 13 competition classes, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting creativity, music, and the arts across the country.
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CBK@60 – Legacy on the Greens
As part of the celebrations, the Central Bank of Kenya hosted a Golf Tournament that brought together stakeholders to foster engagement and strengthen collaboration.