Kenya enters 2026 with a cautiously optimistic economic outlook, but also with a sharper-than-ever need for resilience. The World Bank projects the economy to grow at an average of 4.9 percent through 2026–2027, buoyed by easing inflation and improved credit conditions.
However, businesses face persistent headwinds: macroeconomic uncertainty, climate unpredicatability, and political transitions are already reshaping the operating environment. For leaders, resilience is no longer a defensive measure. It's a strategic lever for growth.
