Nairobi, May 25 -- Kenya prides itself on being a pioneer and pacesetter with regard to advanced financial markets in Africa and is a leader in eastern and central Africa. This strong performance is characterised by the existence of structures that support a market-driven financial market.

The country is well endowed with strong financial institutions, from banks to insurance companies to investment funds that allow the flow of money within the formal economy. These are not static pillars.

Kenyan players have been pushing beyond borders, exporting not only services but a model of financial inclusivity that has redefined access across the region. Platforms such as the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) have evolved into more than venues f...