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December 9, 2025
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CBK cuts lending rate to 9pc to spur credit uptake

CBK cuts lending rate to 9pc to spur credit uptake

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 9 - The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has cut its benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points to 9 percent, marking its second consecutive Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has reduced its benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points to 9 percent, aiming to boost credit uptake and economic activity. This marks the second consecutive rate cut as Kenya's economy shows signs of stabilization.

  • The new lending rate is 9 percent, down from 9.25 percent.
  • The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announced the decision, citing easing inflation and improved private-sector credit.
  • Kenya's overall inflation fell to 4.5 percent in November, remaining within the CBK's target range.

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