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Originally published by Ghafla! (Entertainment)entertainment
May 15, 2026
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Government Defends Fuel Price Surge Amid Planned Strike
The government has mounted a firm defense against growing public outcry following the latest spike in fuel prices, which took effect on Friday, May 15, 2026. The new rates, which will remain in force until mid-June, have pushed pump prices to historic levels across the country. I..
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The Kenyan government is defending a recent surge in fuel prices, attributing the increase to global market volatility and ongoing Middle East conflict, despite widespread public outcry and threats of a strike.
- Fuel prices, particularly for Diesel which increased by 20.32%, have reached historic highs.
- Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi explained the price adjustments were unavoidable due to disrupted global supply chains.
- The new rates, effective Friday, May 15, 2026, will remain in place until mid-June, impacting the cost of basic goods and services.
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