Ruto Explains Why Fuel Costs More in Kenya
President Ruto added that fuel levies help fund road infrastructure, noting that Kenya maintains over 20,000 kilometers of tarmac roads and is currently constructing an additional 6,000 kilometers. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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President William Ruto has explained that Kenya's higher fuel costs are due to its status as a middle-income economy and significant infrastructure investments.
- Kenya, a middle-income country, cannot be directly compared to its regional neighbors, which are classified as least developed countries.
- Fuel levies in Kenya contribute to maintaining over 20,000 kilometers of tarmac roads and constructing an additional 6,000 kilometers.
- The President emphasized that increased development and higher standards come with associated costs, urging citizens to view these as long-term investments and reject mediocrity.
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Gachagua atoa makataa ya siku saba kushusha bei ya mafuta - April 2026
Kenya's Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has issued a seven-day ultimatum to President William Ruto to reduce fuel prices, threatening nationwide protests if the demand is not met. Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi stated that government measures, including a VAT cut and fuel subsidy, prevented pump prices from exceeding Ksh215 per litre, warning that petrol could have sold at Ksh236 without intervention. Kenya Kwanza leaders, led by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, have asserted that the government is managing oil prices amidst global market volatility caused by the Middle East conflict. President William Ruto explained that Kenya's higher fuel costs compared to Tanzania and Uganda are due to significant infrastructure investments and Kenya's status as a middle-income economy.
