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April 19, 2026
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Ruto Explains Why Fuel Prices in Kenya Are Higher Than Tanzania & Uganda

Ruto Explains Why Fuel Prices in Kenya Are Higher Than Tanzania & Uganda

Ruto's statements come amid growing public concern after realising that fuel in Uganda was less costly than in Kenya, despite their fuel passing through Kenya...

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President William Ruto has explained Kenya's higher fuel prices compared to neighbouring countries, attributing them to significant infrastructure investments.

  • Kenya, a middle-income nation, invests heavily in maintaining and constructing roads, unlike less developed neighbours like Uganda and Tanzania.
  • The Head of State pointed to the maintenance of over 20,000 kilometres of tarmac roads and plans for an additional 28,000 kilometres in seven years.
  • This explanation follows a recent increase in fuel prices, with petrol currently retailing at Ksh 197.60 per litre and diesel at Ksh 196.63 per litre in Kenya.

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