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Originally published by The Standard BusinessSeptember 2, 2026
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Inflation jumps to 6.6pc as cost-of-living crisis deepens ahead of 2027 polls
Kenya’s inflation rose to 6.6 per cent in August 2026, driven by soaring transport and food prices that are deepening pressure on households ahead of the 2027 elections...
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Kenya's annual inflation rate has climbed to 6.6% in August 2026, a slight increase from the previous month, as rising costs of essential goods and services continue to impact households.
- The inflation rate rose to 6.6%, up from 6.5% in July.
- The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) reported the figures.
- This increase, driven by higher transport and food prices, intensifies the cost-of-living crisis ahead of the August 2027 General Election.
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