KNBS explains why inflation and trade deficit rose despite Kenya’s economic growth

Kenya’s economy posted stronger growth in the first quarter of 2026, but rising inflation, a widening current account deficit and renewed currency pressures highlight challenges that could weigh on the country’s economic outlook in the months ahead. According to the… Kenya’s economy posted stronger growth in the first quarter of 2026, but rising inflation, a widening current account deficit and renewed currency pressures highlight challenges that could weigh on the country’s economic outlook in the months ahead. According to the…