The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced a major breakthrough in the country’s financial sector after unveiling a new partnership with Clearstream that will allow international investors easier access to Kenya’s government securities market.

In a statement shared on its X account on Thursday, June 25, 2026, CBK said the newly established Clearstream-Kenya Link will enable foreign institutional investors to directly access Kenyan government securities through the Government Central Securities Depository (DhowCSD), marking a major milestone in strengthening the country’s capital markets.

“This is a significant milestone in developing Kenya’s financial markets. The Link is expected to deepen liquidity, broaden the investor base, and enhance resilience of the domestic debt market,” CBK said.

New access for global investors

According to the regulator, Clearstream’s connection to the DhowCSD will create efficient market access for international investors through a unique omnibus account structure supporting government bonds, infrastructure bonds and treasury bills.

The deal is expected to improve the country’s attractiveness to global investors seeking opportunities within Kenya’s debt market while opening a new chapter for foreign participation in local securities.

Kenya strengthens global financial position

CBK noted that the partnership demonstrates Kenya’s growing integration into the global financial system and reinforces Nairobi’s ambition of becoming one of Africa’s leading financial centres.

“This development underscores our commitment to strengthening and modernising financial market infrastructure, fostering greater integration with the global financial system, and advancing Kenya’s position as one of the leading financial centres in Africa,” the statement read.

The regulator further revealed that the Kenya link becomes the 60th domestic market connection within Clearstream’s global network and only the second in Africa after South Africa.

Push for long-term market stability

CBK said the development builds on ongoing reforms aimed at unlocking the full potential of DhowCSD by improving operational efficiency, expanding digital access and deepening financial inclusion.

“The Central Bank of Kenya remains committed to upscaling Kenya’s financial market infrastructure to premier status, driving financial inclusion, and anchoring long-term financial stability,” CBK stated.