Inflation fears linger ahead of MPC meeting

Monetary Policy Committee members and journalists follow proceedings during a past Press conference. FILE PHOTO | NMG

Concerns over inflation and unlocking credit to the private sector are set to feature as the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) holds its last Monetary Policy Meeting (MPC) of 2021 today.

The cost of living eased for the first time in six months in October on reduced transport costs, but a depreciating shilling and elevated food prices have renewed fears of a rise in inflation ahead of the festive season.

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