Treasury Issues Way Forward on Fuel Prices Amid Transport Disruptions
The ongoing transport disruptions have prompted a response from Treasury CS John Mbadi on fuel prices and outlook ahead of June review...
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Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announced that fuel prices will remain unchanged until the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) review on June 14, amidst ongoing transport disruptions caused by a matatu strike.
- Fuel prices are frozen until June 14, the date of the next EPRA review.
- The government is considering reducing VAT again if the Ksh5 billion subsidy kitty proves insufficient.
- Mbadi urged EPRA to improve communication to prevent public surprise regarding future price adjustments.
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Kenyan Leaders Clash Over Rising Fuel Prices - May 2026
Opposition leaders, led by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, have strongly criticized the government over a significant increase in fuel prices across the country. Leaders from Kenya Kwanza and ODM have defended the government amidst the criticism. A Nairobi-based activist has filed a High Court petition to halt the recent fuel price increases, citing illegality and significant economic harm to Kenyans. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announced that fuel prices will remain unchanged until the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority review on June 14, amidst ongoing transport disruptions caused by a matatu strike.
