CBK

Inflation Pressures Raise Expectations of CBK Interest Rate Increase

Rising inflation pressures are increasing expectations that the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) could raise its benchmark lending rate on…

1 month ago

Weak Investor Uptake Casts Doubt on CBK’s Switch Bond Strategy

The Central Bank of Kenya is pushing ahead with its plan to refinance maturing debt through switch bond sales, even…

2 months ago

Fears Rise Over Heavy Government Borrowing Despite CBK Assurances

Fears have emerged over Kenya’s sharply increased domestic borrowing target for the 2025/26 financial year, even as the Central Bank…

2 months ago

CBK Warns Oil Shock Could Push Inflation to 6.2%

The Central Bank of Kenya has warned that inflation could rise to 6.2 percent in July 2026 if current global…

2 months ago

CBK Invites Public Views on Draft Financial Consumer Protection Framework

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has invited members of the public and industry stakeholders to submit comments on the…

2 months ago

Kenya hits Sh60 Billion Target as Investors flock to March Treasury Bond Sale

Kenya’s March 2026 Treasury bond auction attracted strong demand from investors, allowing the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to comfortably…

3 months ago

What M-Pesa’s Phone Number Masking Means for Users

M-Pesa users are set to enjoy greater privacy and protection after Safaricom introduced a new feature that hides customers’ phone…

4 months ago

CBK Moves to Update Kenya’s Banking Laws For Digital Era

Kenya’s banking laws are set for a major review after the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) announced plans to amend…

4 months ago

Treasury Cuts CBK Overdraft Ahead of Sh378.6 Billion Debt Bill

The National Treasury has sharply reduced its emergency borrowing from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) just weeks before heavy…

4 months ago

Banks Urge CBK to Maintain Interest Rates

Kenyan banks are urging the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to keep its main interest rate unchanged as the financial…

4 months ago