Kenyan households are facing widespread shortages and increased costs for essential food items, including milk, vegetables, meat, and eggs, as empty shelves and reduced supplies become common in markets and shops.

• Retailers are reporting significant reductions in supplies, with some implementing purchase limits on products like milk.
• The shortages are impacting the ability of households to afford and access basic foodstuffs.
• This situation is forcing consumers to spend more while purchasing less food.