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KNBS reveals mobile money and 6 other everyday costs rising in Kenya

Kenyans are paying more for a range of everyday services and household essentials, with mobile money charges, tissue paper, detergents and personal-care products among the costs that increased in…

  • Mobile money transfer charges increased by 1.5%, reaching Ksh15.71
  • Detergent prices up 0.8% to Ksh254.80 per 500 grams
  • Average monthly rent for a single room rose to Ksh4,233.85

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