CBK retains 8.75% lending rate as inflation hits 6.8%
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has retained the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 8.75 per cent, citing a stable inflation outlook, a resilient shilling, and sustained economic growth. The decision was announced during the MPC meeting held on October 7, 2026. The committee noted that Kenya’s overall inflation remained within…