Kenya’s inflation rose to 6.6 per cent in August 2026, driven by soaring transport and food prices that are deepening pressure on households ahead of the 2027 elections.

Kenya’s inflation accelerated to a three-month high in August as higher fuel costs, linked to renewed tensions in the Middle East...

KNBS says average food prices rose by 9.0 percent in August compared with a year ago, while transport costs jumped by 15.7 percent.