IMF Statement on Kenya

IMF News, June 26, 2024

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Bibliographic details

• Published: June 26, 2024

Context and timing

• Date: June 26, 2024
• Press Release No.: 24/243
• Location referenced: Washington, DC

Immediate observations and concerns

• The IMF expressed being "deeply concerned about the tragic events in Kenya in recent days and saddened by the loss of lives and the many injuries."
• The IMF's thoughts are with "all the people affected by the turmoil in the country."

IMF monitoring and objectives

• The IMF stated: "The IMF is closely monitoring the situation in Kenya."
• Main goal in supporting Kenya:
  • "to help it overcome the difficult economic challenges it faces and improve its economic prospects and the well-being of its people."
• Commitment:
  • "We are committed to working together with Kenya to chart a course towards robust, sustainable, and inclusive growth."

Contact and media information

• Issued by: IMF Communications Department
• Media relations / Press officer: Kwabena Akuamoah-Boateng
• Phone: +1 202 623-7100
• Email: MEDIA@IMF.org
• Spokesperson handle referenced: @IMFSpokesperson

IMF Communications Department — IMF Statement on Kenya, June 26, 2024

References

• Kenya and the IMF
• Press Releases
• PRESS CENTER
• https://www.imf.org/en/home