How global conflicts are rewriting the economic playbook of Kenya

Global conflicts and supply chain disruptions are driving up fuel, food and living costs in Kenya, exposing the country’s vulnerability to external shocks.

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Kenya’s economy is increasingly being shaped by events far beyond its borders. Wars, geopolitical tensions, and disruptions in global supply chains are no longer distant headlines; they are directly influencing the price of fuel, food, transport, and everyday living costs. In this new reality, global conflict has become a domestic economic issue.

The most immediate impact is on fuel. Kenya relies heavily on imported petroleum products, so any disruption to the global supply quickly leads to higher prices at the pump.

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