Ride-Hailing Drivers Propose Ksh350 Minimum Fare After Fuel Price Hike

Author: kenyans.co.kePublished on: October 16, 2026Country: Kenya

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Ride-Hailing Drivers Propose Ksh350 Minimum Fare After Fuel Price Hike

Following the fuel price increases announced by EPRA on October 14, the Organisation of Online Drivers, led by chairperson Justin Nyaga, is demanding a minimum fare of Ksh350 for trips of up to three kilometres in the smallest, 650cc vehicle category. Drivers are threatening to suspend services and stage protests unless their concerns about fuel costs and platform commissions are addressed. In Nairobi, petrol now costs Ksh226.96 per litre, diesel Ksh227.76 and kerosene Ksh219.87. In May, President William Ruto directed the Ministry of Transport and NTSA to fast-track minimum fare regulations for ride-hailing taxis.

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