Kenya inflation rises to 5.6pc in April on fuel, transport costs
The increase was driven by higher prices of food, transport and fuel, as captured in the latest Consumer Price Index report. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Kenya's annual inflation rate climbed to 5.6% in April, up from 4.4% in March. This rise was primarily driven by increased costs in key sectors.
- The annual inflation rate reached 5.6% in April.
- The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) reported the increase.
- Higher prices for food (up 8.8%), transport (up 10%), and fuel significantly contributed to the inflation surge, despite an 8% VAT reduction on fuel.
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