The overall index increased from 155.20 in July 2026 to 155.85 in August 2026, resulting in a monthly inflation rate of 0.4 per cent.
MoreThe overall index increased from 154.91 in June 2026 to 155.20 in July 2026, resulting in a monthly inflation rate of 0.2 per cent. The year-on-year inflation stood at 6.5 per cent in July 2026.
MoreKNBS data shows that the general price level in Kenya was 6.7 per cent higher in May 2026 than it was in May 2025.
MoreThe cost of cabbage and oranges declined by 3.3 per cent and 1.9 per cent, respectively. In contrast, prices for Irish potatoes and salad cooking oil increased by 2.8 per cent and 2.7 per cent, respectively.
MoreThe general price level was 4.5 per cent higher in December 2025 than it was in December 2024.
MoreThe overall index increased from 146.84 in October 2025 to 147.08 in November 2025, resulting in a monthly inflation rate of 0.2 per cent.
MoreBetween September and October 2025, prices of several food items recorded mixed movements.
MoreNotable increases were recorded for vegetables, with cabbage prices registering the highest rise at 6.3%, followed by carrots (2.4%), sukuma wiki (1.9%), and tomatoes (1.2%).
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