By NATION TEAMMore by this AuthorFood prices have gone up by nearly 50 per cent in Nyandarua, Nakuru and Laikipia counties in the past three months. LOW INCOME EARNERSRelated Content High food cost worry as schools reopenLow-income earners are the most affected,” said Mr Macharia. “Most worrying is the high prices of basic food items, yet retailers must ensure they are always in stock,” said Mr Macharia. Schools, too, have not been spared, with head teachers in Naivasha saying institutions might be unable to meet budgetary shortfalls occasioned by high food prices. BUDGETARY SHORTFALLHe said the prices have increased by almost 50 per cent, making it difficult for schools to meet the budgetary shortfall.

Source: Daily Nation May 03, 2017 20:26 UTC