Kenya Inflation Jumps to 6.7pc on Fuel Food,Transport

Kenya's inflation rate jumped to 6.7 percent in May 2026, marking a significant increase from 5.6 percent in April and adding pressure on households amidst rising costs.

Kenya inflation jumps to 6.7pc on high fuel and food costs

Kenya's inflation surged to 6.7 percent in May 2026, primarily driven by escalating fuel and food costs, placing significant pressure on households.

April inflation rate rises to 5.6pc as food, fuel and fares surge

Kenya's inflation rate has surged to a one-year high of 5.6% in April, up from 4.4% in March, driven by significant increases in the cost of food and fuel.

Fuel, food and fare: The chain reaction driving inflation

Rising fuel prices in Kenya are triggering a significant chain reaction, impacting everything from food costs to transportation and household budgets.

Fuel protests paralyse transport operations in Meru, Murang’a and Machakos

Kenya’s flower farms begin mass layoffs amid rising fuel and shipping costs