The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) predicts that inflation could reach 8 percent if average global oil prices remain at $110 per barrel, potentially exceeding the government's target range.

• Inflation could rise to 8 percent if oil prices average $110 per barrel due to a prolonged Middle East conflict.
• The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), led by Governor Kamau Thugge, made this projection.
• Kenya's current inflation rate was 6.5 percent in July, driven by increased food and electricity costs.

Kenya has achieved the first rank globally for its adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) usage among internet users.

• 97.5 percent of Kenyan internet users aged 16 and above are utilizing AI.
• This widespread adoption is driven by learners, individuals, companies, and employees seeking to boost productivity and improve business processes.
• Safaricom is a notable example of a company integrating AI across its services, including customer care and fraud detection.