According to the latest data from Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), Kenya’s year-on-year inflation rate stood at 4.5% in November 2025, down slightly from 4.6% in October.
The mild dip was largely driven by declines in housing-related costs notably electricity, water, gas and other fuels, which fell by 0.1%. Electricity alone dipped by 1.5–1.7% depending on usage slab.
However, the cost of food and transport two of the most heavily weighted components in the inflation basket increased during the period. Food and non-alcoholic beverages recorded a 7.7% rise, while transport costs were up 5.1%.
The mixed trend lower overall inflation but rising basic necessities suggests that while general price pressure may be easing, ordinary households could still feel strain, especially from food and transport expenses. Economists and policymakers may watch closely whether the decline stabilises or is reversed in coming months.
By Michelle Ndaga
