Digital drivers earnings squeezed after fuel hikes
Ride-hailing drivers say they are caught between rising fuel expenses and delayed fare adjustments by platform operators, leaving many with reduced earnings. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Ride-hailing drivers in Nairobi are facing significantly reduced earnings following recent fuel price hikes by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA).
- Fuel prices increased by up to Sh40.30 per litre for diesel, despite a VAT reduction providing some relief.
- Ride-hailing drivers, including those on platforms like Bolt and Uber, report earnings losses as fare adjustments lag behind rising operational costs.
- The wider transport sector is also impacted, with long-distance bus services like ENA Coach increasing fares by up to Sh300.
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EPRA Cuts Petrol by Sh9.37, Diesel by Sh10.21 After VAT Slash to 8pc - April 2026
Kenya has seen a significant reduction in fuel prices following a decision by the National Treasury to slash Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum products to 8 percent. A litre of petrol now retails at Sh197.60 in Nairobi, down by Sh9.37, while diesel stands at Sh196.63, a decrease of Sh10.21. This comes after the government proposed an 8 percent fuel VAT cut for three months to alleviate consumer costs. However, Kenya is experiencing significant regional disparities in fuel prices, paying considerably more than its neighbouring countries. Kenyans are also facing a significant increase in the cost of living as businesses across various sectors have immediately hiked their own prices following the fuel price changes.
