Fare Hikes Hit Kenyans As Fuel Prices Reach Record High
The daily commute has become a source of financial dread for millions of Kenyans following a nationwide surge in public transport fares. This shift comes as a direct consequence of the recent spike in global oil prices, which has pushed local pump prices to unprecedented levels, ..
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Kenyan commuters are facing significantly higher public transport fares due to record-breaking fuel prices. This surge, driven by global oil market instability, is impacting daily travel and the cost of essential goods.
- Public transport fares have increased by up to Ksh 30 in Nairobi and Ksh 500 on long-distance routes.
- The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has adjusted local prices following a spike in Brent crude oil to over $120 per barrel.
- Transport unions and consumer groups are calling for government intervention, including fuel subsidies and a tax review on fuel.
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