Kenya’s economy grows 5.1% in second quarter on transport and hospitality
By Aboki Forex —
Kenya’s economy grew 5.1% year on year in the second quarter of 2026, up from 4.9% in the same period last year, the country’s statistics office said on Friday, October 16.
The growth was mainly supported by strong activity in transportation and storage, and in accommodation and food services.
Transport and storage lead
The transportation and storage sector grew by 4.4% in the second quarter of 2026, compared with 3.3% in the second quarter of 2025.
That made it one of the main drivers of the overall expansion, alongside accommodation and food services.
Other sectors post gains
Other sectors that recorded notable growth included electricity, information and communication technologies, financial services and construction.
The statistics office said the 5.1% growth compared with 4.9% in the same period last year.
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