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May 16, 2026
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Maraga Says Kenya Would Avoid Fuel Crisis With Proper Resource Management

Maraga Says Kenya Would Avoid Fuel Crisis With Proper Resource Management

Maraga blamed poor resource management and overreliance on imported energy for exposing Kenyans to recurring economic hardships. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Former Chief Justice and presidential candidate David Maraga has stated that Kenya could have avoided its current fuel crisis through better resource management and sustainable investments.

  • Maraga attributed the crisis to poor resource management and overreliance on imported energy, which exposes Kenyans to economic hardships.
  • The key person involved is David Maraga, a former Chief Justice and presidential candidate.
  • A notable detail is that neighboring countries like Rwanda have lower fuel prices despite global market shocks, suggesting internal management issues in Kenya.

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