Kenya shilling unmoved as global volatility batters regional currencies

Author: Kepha MuiruriPublished on: November 2, 2026Country: Kenya

Business & Economy

Kenya shilling unmoved as global volatility batters regional currencies

The Kenyan shilling remains stable against the US dollar as currencies elsewhere on the continent come under pressure. It has traded in a narrow range of 129 to 130 shillings per dollar, extending a period of resilience that began in August 2024. The stability is cushioning households and businesses from imported inflation.

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