NAIROBI, Kenya
Kenya’s annual inflation rate increased to 6.8 per cent in September 2026, up from 6.6 per cent in August, pointing to renewed pressure on household spending and business operating costs.
According to the latest data reported from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), the increase was largely driven by higher core inflation, which rose to 4.0 per cent from 3.4 per cent. Processed food products, particularly milk and wheat products, were among the items contributing to the increase.
The rise comes as businesses continue to operate in an environment of changing input costs. Higher prices can affect retailers, manufacturers, transport operators and other enterprises as businesses adjust their prices or absorb part of the additional costs.
At the same time, non-core inflation, which includes volatile food and energy prices, eased to 14.0 per cent from 14.7 per cent, providing some relief in that category.
The CBK has maintained the Central Bank Rate at 8.75 per cent, while its next Monetary Policy Committee meeting is scheduled for 7 October 2026.
The inflation figures will therefore remain an important indicator for businesses and consumers as policymakers assess the direction of monetary policy and the cost of credit.
Central Bank of Kenya headquarters in Nairobi.
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