Rising fuel prices in Kenya are triggering a significant chain reaction, impacting everything from food costs to transportation and household budgets.

• Kenya's inflation reached 5.6 percent in April, largely driven by increased transport and food prices.
• The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced sharp fuel price hikes following global crude oil cost increases.
• Traders and consumers are experiencing the direct impact, with increased costs for sourcing goods, higher bus fares, and reduced purchasing power for non-essential items.