The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) predicts that inflation could reach 8 percent if average global oil prices remain at $110 per barrel, potentially exceeding the government's target range.

• Inflation could rise to 8 percent if oil prices average $110 per barrel due to a prolonged Middle East conflict.
• The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), led by Governor Kamau Thugge, made this projection.
• Kenya's current inflation rate was 6.5 percent in July, driven by increased food and electricity costs.