The World Bank Calls For Aggressive Anti-Corruption Measures To Unlock Kenya’s Economic Output

Nairobi, Kenya: The World Bank has sent a strong anti-graft message to the government of Kenya, saying that deep-seated governance issues and corruption continue to act as severe anchors against its long-term economic potential.According to the 34th Kenya Economic Update released by the World Bank Group on November 4, 2026, in Nairobi, the country’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) accelerated to 5.2% year-on-year in the first half of 2026.