Kenya's inflation rate has climbed to 6.5 percent in July, marking the second consecutive month above the 6 percent threshold, primarily driven by increased costs for food and electricity.

• The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) reported the rise from 6.4 percent in June.
• Key drivers include rising prices in the Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages, Transport, and Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels sectors.
• Despite stable fuel prices and a decrease in cooking gas costs, consumers faced higher electricity tariffs and increased prices for certain food items like Irish potatoes, beef, and mangoes.