COCOWA Gives EPRA 14 Days to Revoke Fuel Price Hikes

Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: October 18, 2026Country: Kenya

Business & EconomyCrime & Law

On October 18, 2026, COCOWA gave Kenya’s Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) 14 days to revoke its latest fuel price increases or face legal action. The organisation says the increases were made without public participation. The latest price review is also projected to raise matatu fares by 10%.

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