Kenya’s monthly inflation rose to 4.1 percent in July, up from 3.8 percent in June, primarily driven by increases in housing, transport, and fuel costs. This upward trend was significantly influenced by rising energy prices.

• Housing, fuel, water, electricity, and gas costs collectively increased by 0.7 percent, while transportation costs rose by 0.8 percent due to higher fuel prices.
• The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) reported a notable increase in fuel prices, with kerosene rising to KSh 157.76 per litre and petrol to KSh 187.37 per litre.
• Conversely, prices for food and non-alcoholic beverages saw a monthly inflation decrease of -0.3 percent, with drops observed in items like oranges, Irish potatoes, and cabbages.