The level is the lowest record in the past four years, as a similar mark was last recorded in June 2020.
A recent Infotrak poll showed the majority of Kenyans — 58 per cent — felt the country was headed in the wrong direction economically
The prices of spinach, kale (sukuma wiki), tomatoes, and Irish potatoes increased by 18.2 per cent, 15 per cent, 14 per cent, and 6.2 per cent, respectively.
This worrying trend highlights the desperate measures individuals are taking to survive harsh economic realities.
KEBS said the 2023 growth was primarily driven by a 19 per cent expansion in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.
Central Bank of Kenya Governor Kamau Thugge had acknowledged concerns about the country's ability to repay the 10-year Eurobond when it matures in June.
The general price level of commodities reflected a continued rise in the cost of living for many households.