The mystery gold exports to UAE: Why Nairobi is accused of illicit trade

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as Kenya's fastest-growing market for gold exports in the first nine months of 2025, outpacing traditional major buyers such as Uganda and the United States.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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