Samia fires energy regulator chief after sharp fuel price rise

Author: theeastafrican.co.kePublished on: April 3, 2026Country: Tanzania
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Samia fires energy regulator chief after sharp fuel price rise

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has dismissed the head of the fuel regulator following a 30% increase in pump prices. This decision comes amid growing concerns about the impact of rising prices on the economy and daily life for Tanzanians. The dismissal occurs against a backdrop of tensions related to the management of energy resources in the country.

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