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By Rae Wee BANGKOK, Oct 16 (Reuters) - Kenya is in discussions with several multilateral development banks to secure new financing that is expected to materialise in the current financial year, its ...
News Kenya » Central » Economy: Kenya GDP Growth Is 5.1% Despite Oil Shock
Kenya GDP growth was 5.1% in the second quarter of 2026, up from 4.9% a year earlier, the statistics bureau said, despite oil at US$104.45 a barrel.
News Kenya » Central » Economy: Central Bank of Kenya warns of higher unga prices, lists other commodities whose costs will rise
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has warned of a possible increase in the cost of unga and other essential commodities, raising concerns about household spending.
News Kenya » Central » Economy: Kenya central bank holds key rate, sees inflation within target despite recent rise
NAIROBI, Oct 7 (Reuters) - Kenya's central bank maintained its benchmark lending rate on Wednesday, saying it saw inflation staying within its target range in the short term despite it edging up in ...
News Kenya » Central » Economy: Kenya CEO Survey Shows 45.5% See More Growth
The Kenya CEO survey from the central bank shows 45.5% of bosses expect higher company growth, up from July, as borrowing costs fall.
News Kenya » Central » Economy: Kenya’s Central Bank Cuts Key Lending Rate
Kenya’s central bank cut its key lending rate as East Africa’s largest economy continues a policy-loosening cycle to boost private-sector lending and economic growth amid receding inflation. The bank ...
News Kenya » Central » Economy: Central Bank of Kenya holds benchmark rate at 8.75% and lifts 2026 growth forecast
The Central Bank of Kenya held its benchmark interest rate steady at 8.75% on Wednesday, choosing to preserve monetary policy stability as rising energy prices and Middle East trade disruptions weigh ...
News Kenya » Central » Economy: Kenya moves to unlock billions from Blue Economy
Kenya is stepping up efforts to unlock the vast economic potential of its oceans, lakes and other water resources as the Government seeks to position the country as a leading maritime hub in Africa.