Gachagua Points to Cause of Rising Fuel Prices in Kenya

The nationwide fuel price strikes that disrupted transport services prompted a response from the DCP leader on the ongoing crisis...

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has refuted claims that geopolitical issues around the Strait of Hormuz are responsible for Kenya's increased fuel prices.

Gachagua asserts that Kenya's fuel supply is not sourced through routes affected by the Strait of Hormuz, identifying Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Saudi Aramco as key suppliers.
He blames the current high fuel costs on inflated profit margins within the fuel landing cost, accusing the Kenyan government of increasing costs for consumers.
His remarks follow nationwide fuel price protests that began on May 18 and have since been suspended for a week to allow for talks.

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