Rift Valley Residents Feel Pinch as Fuel Costs Disrupt Transport and Business - April 2026

Residents of the Rift Valley are experiencing significant difficulties due to a surge in fuel costs, which is negatively impacting the transport and business sectors. Commuters across Kenya are facing immediate challenges as transport fares have been increased following a surge in fuel prices that took effect at midnight Tuesday. Moreover, prices for manufactured goods in Kenya are projected to increase significantly, potentially by as much as 20%, impacting consumers and household budgets across the country.