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February 10, 2026
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CBK Cuts Lending Rates Again in Relief to Borrowers

CBK Cuts Lending Rates Again in Relief to Borrowers

The decision was made by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) during its meeting on February 10, 2026, in a move aimed at stimulating lending, supporting economic activity, and ensuring inflation remains under control...

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The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has reduced its Central Bank Rate (CBR) by 25 basis points to 8.75 percent, effective February 10, 2026. This move by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) aims to stimulate private sector lending and bolster economic growth in Kenya.

  • Kenya's inflation eased to 4.4 percent in January 2026, remaining within the target range of 5 percent plus or minus 2.5 percent.
  • The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), led by the CBS chair, noted robust real GDP growth estimated at 5.0 percent in 2025, with projections of 5.5 percent in 2026 and 5.6 percent in 2027.
  • The CBK also narrowed the interest rate corridor and adjusted the Discount Window rate to enhance monetary policy transmission, alongside the full implementation of the Risk-Based Credit Pricing Model (RBCPM) in March 2026.

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