Maintaining Price Stability Since 1966

Maintaining Price Stability for Kenya's Prosperity

The Central Bank of Kenya formulates monetary policy to achieve and maintain price stability, fostering a sound and inclusive financial system.

USD/KESLive

129.00

+0.15%
CBK Rate

9.00%

0.00%Dec 2025
Inflation

4.46%

-0.32%Nov 2025
91-Day T-Bill

7.73%

-0.05%Jan 2026
News & Updates

Latest from CBK

Kenya National Financial Inclusion Strategy (2025-2028) Launched
Featured
Press Release

Kenya National Financial Inclusion Strategy (2025-2028) Launched

The National Treasury Cabinet Secretary launched the new strategy alongside the Fourth Medium Term Plan and Women Entrepreneurs Finance Code, marking a significant milestone in Kenya's financial inclusion journey.

December 4, 2025
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Agriculture Sector Survey of November 2025
Survey

Agriculture Sector Survey of November 2025

December 18, 2025
Market Perceptions Survey of November 2025
Survey

Market Perceptions Survey of November 2025

December 18, 2025
Monetary Policy Committee Decision - December 2025
MPC

Monetary Policy Committee Decision - December 2025

December 5, 2025

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2:00 PM
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Jan24

T-Bill Auction

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Market Data

Real-time exchange rates and treasury securities

Exchange Rates (Indicative)

Updated: Jan 5, 2026

USD/KES - 7 Day Trend

129.5129.2128.9128.5128.2MonWedFriSun
CurrencyRate (KES)Change
USD

USD/KES

US Dollar

129.00+0.15%
GBP

GBP/KES

Sterling Pound

173.26+0.22%

Treasury Bills

Next Auction: Jan 10
91-Dayfrom 7.78%

7.73%

182-Dayfrom 8.52%

8.45%

364-Dayfrom 9.18%

9.12%

Key Policy Rates

CBR

9.00%

Interbank

7.82%

Lending Rate

14.88%

Deposit Rate

7.28%

Dr. Kamau Thugge - Governor, Central Bank of Kenya

Central Bank Governor

of the Year 2024

Leadership

Dr. Kamau Thugge

Governor, Central Bank of Kenya

“Our commitment remains steadfast in maintaining price stability and fostering a robust financial system that serves all Kenyans. The introduction of KESONIA marks a significant step towards greater transparency in our lending markets.”

10th

Governor of CBK

A Grade

Global Finance 2025

What We Do

The Central Bank of Kenya is entrusted with key responsibilities to ensure economic stability and a sound financial system.

Monetary Policy

Formulating and implementing monetary policy directed towards achieving and maintaining price stability.

Bank Supervision

Licensing, supervising, and regulating commercial banks, microfinance banks, and mortgage finance companies.

Currency & Notes

Issuing and managing the national currency, ensuring adequate supply of clean banknotes and coins.

Payment Systems

Oversight of payment, clearing, and settlement systems to ensure efficiency and stability.

Publications & Research

Access our latest reports, studies, and policy documents

New
Annual Report

Annual Report 2025

December 20254.2 MB
New
Financial Stability

Financial Stability Report Q3 2025

November 20252.8 MB
MPC Report

Monetary Policy Statement - November 2025

November 20251.5 MB
Research

Kenya Economic Survey 2025

October 20253.1 MB