I cannot say whether or not they are a wealthy country, however, they are greatly supported by China. According to Liu Guangyuan, the Chinese Ambassador to Kenya, Chinese investment of Kenya reached $474 million by 2013. China is the largest foreign investor in Kenya. 
 Was it under British rule like so many other African nations were? 
 Hello! Can you please tell me about the economy of Kenya? 
 Yes, Kenya was under British rule until 1963 when the Kenya Independence Act was implemented. 
 Thank you but I'm not really interested in their politics. But I would like to know more about where the name of the country originated. Is it from native peoples or did explorers name it?
Yes, Kenya was under British rule until 1963 when the Kenya Independence Act was implemented.