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June 24, 2026
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Experts Warn Proposed Ride Fare Floor Could Leave Drivers Earning Less, Not More

Experts Warn Proposed Ride Fare Floor Could Leave Drivers Earning Less, Not More

Calculations show higher minimum fares may slash trip numbers, leaving some digital taxi drivers earning less despite charging significantly more...

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Experts are cautioning that a proposed increase in minimum ride-hailing fares in Kenya could lead to drivers earning less due to reduced demand, despite higher per-trip charges.

  • The proposal, directed by President William Ruto, aims to nearly double minimum fares from about Ksh220 to between Ksh400 and Ksh500.
  • Digital economy expert Mbugua Njihia warns that reduced trip volumes could lower net driver income, making services unaffordable for passengers.
  • This initiative, intended to improve earnings amid rising fuel costs, follows a directive to the Ministry of Roads and Transport and the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA).

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