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CBK Maintains Interest Rate Amid Steady Inflation, Exchange Rate

Published Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · Updated August 12

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  • The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has kept its benchmark interest rate at 8.75 percent.

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    The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has kept its benchmark interest rate at 8.75 percent, citing stable inflation within the target range despite rising global economic risks. The decision was made by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), which noted a slight increase in Kenya's inflation to 6.5 percent in July, mainly due to higher food prices.

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