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June 18, 2026
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Four years on, Ukraine-Russia war continues to shape Kenya's food prices

Four years on, Ukraine-Russia war continues to shape Kenya's food prices

Inflation is once again accelerating after easing over the past two years...

✨ Key Highlights

Four years after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Kenyan consumers continue to face elevated food prices, with recent data indicating accelerating inflation after a period of easing.

  • Inflation reached 6.7% in May, largely driven by food prices.
  • Key imported commodities like wheat, cooking oil, and fertilizer, sourced significantly from Russia and Ukraine, remain impacted.
  • Kenya's imports from Ukraine have plummeted by over 80% since the war began, affecting product availability and prices.

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