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January 30, 2026
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Key Commodities Poised for Price Hikes Amid Rising Inflation, Report

Key Commodities Poised for Price Hikes Amid Rising Inflation, Report

In key sectors such as the matatu industry, transport-related items contributed to inflationary pressures as well, with annual price increases for public transport and fuel standing at 4.8 per cent...

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Kenyans are set to face increased costs for essential goods and services in 2026, with a new report from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) indicating rising prices for staple foods, electricity, and education.

  • The Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages division saw a 7.3 per cent annual price increase by January 2026, contributing most to inflation.
  • Prices for maize grain rose from Ksh69.39 per kilogram in December 2025 to Ksh71.28 in January 2026, while a 2-kilogram packet of fortified maize flour increased from KSh162.56 to KSh173.51.
  • Overall annual inflation stood at 4.4 per cent in January 2026, slightly down from 4.5 per cent in December 2025, but energy and education costs also climbed.

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