Kenya has ranked 19th globally in English proficiency according to the 2025 EF English Proficiency Index, scoring 593 points.This places Kenya in the 'high proficiency' category, surpassing East African neighbors like Tanzania (77th), Uganda (53rd), and Ethiopia (65th).South Africa and Zimbabwe are the only other African nations in the 'very high proficiency' tier, both at 13th globally.The ranking highlights Kenya's strong English education system, which gives it an edge in business, tech, and international diplomacy.Countries like Japan and China scored lower, with Japan at 96th and China at 86th.

The article also notes that Kenya's performance is a legacy of its English-medium curriculum, positioning it as a leader in Africa's English-speaking nations.