NAIROBI: AS Kenya approaches its 2027 General Election, the country faces a number of interconnected economic issues that threaten both immediate stability and long-term growth. Pressure from public debt makes it harder for the government to fund social safety nets and essential services, while also tightening fiscal policy, which may hamper economic growth. In Kenya, unemployment is still a persistent political and economic problem, particularly for young people. These ideas have the potential to erode investor trust and slow down regional economic growth. Economic concerns could escalate into political unrest if policymakers fail to demonstrate noticeable improvements in the lives of ordinary Kenyans before 2027.

Source: The Star February 25, 2026 07:03 UTC