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May 20, 2026
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OPINION: Fuel Crisis Exposes Kenya Kwanza’s Policy Contradictions and Economic Failures

OPINION: Fuel Crisis Exposes Kenya Kwanza’s Policy Contradictions and Economic Failures

Kenyans will remember that not too long ago, President Ruto dismissed the Uhuru Kenyatta administration’s explanation that global disruptions caused by the Russia-Ukraine war had pushed up fuel prices. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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An opinion piece argues that the current Kenyan fuel crisis highlights Kenya Kwanza's policy contradictions and economic failures, with the government blamed for flawed policies rather than solely global events.

  • The government is criticized for dismissing warnings from economists and implementing a controversial government-to-government fuel import deal with Gulf states.
  • Senator Godfrey Osotsi, the author, questions why fuel remains cheaper in neighboring countries like Uganda despite similar global conditions.
  • The article points to the dismantling of the Fuel Stabilisation Fund and increased VAT on fuel (initially to 16%, then reduced to 8%) as contributing factors.

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