Kenya: How Kenya’s Digital Nomad Plan Could Change the Economy

Kenya on Wednesday, October 2, introduced a digital nomad permit, a move that places it among the few African nations actively pursuing this rapidly growing segment of remote workers.

While many of President William Ruto’s policies have stirred debate, this particular one seems to have bypassed the usual wave of criticism. But what exactly does it mean for the average Kenyan?

Let’s start by understanding who these digital nomads are. They are remote workers, often earning high incomes in…