Kenya has halted a planned increase in electricity tariffs, initially set for July 1, to protect consumers from rising costs amidst surging inflation and public outcry over fuel prices.

• The decision was announced by Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, with Kenya Power withdrawing its tariff review application.
• This suspension comes as inflation hits a 27-month high of 6.7%, driven by recent fuel price hikes.
• The move aims to shield households, businesses, and industries from increased energy expenses ahead of the August 2027 General Election.

Kenya's private sector experienced a further contraction in May, reaching its lowest point since July 2024, as rising costs and weakening demand significantly impacted business conditions.

• The Stanbic Bank Kenya Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 46.6 in May, indicating a sharper deterioration in operating conditions.
• Firms reported a significant increase in input costs, with purchase price inflation at its fastest pace since November 2023.
• Despite the downturn, business sentiment for the year ahead improved, with firms citing planned investments as drivers of expected recovery.

Britam paid out Sh97.3 million in insurance claims in 2025 to protect over 402,681 farmers and pastoralists impacted by climate shocks across East Africa.

• Sh97.3 million paid in climate-linked insurance claims to more than 402,681 individuals.
• Key organization: Britam, an insurer focused on managing climate risk in agriculture.
• Claims were largely driven by the expanding use of parametric insurance models, which leverage satellite data and predefined weather triggers for faster payouts.