Kenyans have been urged to brace for a significant increase in the prices of several essential food-related commodities starting February this year.
According to the Agriculture Sector Survey report released by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) on Tuesday, February 11, the prices of cereals and related products are set to increase for the second consecutive month this year.
The survey, which drew respondents from select wholesale and retail markets and select farms also revealed a possible hike in the prices of kale, traditional vegetables, cabbages, spinach, tomatoes, potatoes, sugar and cooking oil.
The imminent increase in the prices was attributed to the severe impact of inadequate rains during the short rainy season between October and December last year.
