Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Kiambu County are facing significant economic challenges due to escalating operational costs and declining consumer demand. Business owners report reduced sales and shrinking profits, with some already operating at a loss. The difficult economic climate is prompting concerns about long-term viability, and some businesses are contemplating closure. Entrepreneurs cite rising expenses as a primary factor impacting their ability to maintain profitability. The situation highlights the vulnerability of SMEs to broader economic downturns. These businesses are a key component of the local economy in Kiambu County, and their struggles could have wider repercussions.