Kenya fuel prices rise sharply despite reduction in tax due to Iran war

Kenya has sharply raised the cost of petroleum, with diesel prices increasing by 40 shillings to 206 shillings per litre. Despite a reduction in value-added tax to 13%, the prices reflect higher global oil costs. Fuel shortages have been reported in some areas, although the government insists that stocks are sufficient. A controversy surrounds a substandard fuel consignment that led to the arrest of senior energy officials.