Kenya’s curse of monetary expansion during elections

Author: MBUI WAGACHAPublished on: September 8, 2026Country: Kenya
PoliticsBusiness & Economy
Kenya’s curse of monetary expansion during elections

Since 1992, Kenya has faced uncontrolled monetary expansion during elections, jeopardizing the economy. The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is under pressure, with irregular government spending fueling corruption. If the 2027 elections mirror those of 1992, the country could face another economic crisis, marked by high inflation and declining GDP growth.

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