Kenya’s inflation rises to 6.7pc in May on food, transport and fuel 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 | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Kenya's annual inflation has climbed to 6.7% in May 2026, a significant increase from 5.6% in April 2026.
- The annual inflation rate reached 6.7% in May 2026.
- The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) reported the rise.
- The increase was primarily driven by higher costs for food (9.4%), transport (16.5%), and fuel.
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