Kenya's public transport system is paralyzed after diesel prices surged 50% due to the Iran-Iran conflict.

Kenya is facing a public transport gridlock after diesel prices surged 50% due to the Iran-Iran conflict, sparking protests and forcing many people to walk to work.

On May 18, 2569 at 15.07:XNUMX a.m., Bloomberg News reported that Public transport operators in several major Kenyan cities have begun strikes due to soaring fuel costs resulting from the Iran-Iran conflict. Diesel prices have increased by more than 50% since the conflict began.

In Nairobi, fires were set on the streets, and rocks and barricades were used to block major routes into the city center, forcing many people who rely on public transport to commute to work on foot. Meanwhile, protesters also obstructed private vehicles trying to enter the city center.

Kenya's public transport system largely relies on private operators, who provide diesel-fueled buses and minibuses. In addition to soaring diesel prices, gasoline prices in Kenya have also increased by approximately 20% since the start of the Iran-Iran conflict.

The Kenyan government, which adjusts fuel prices monthly, has halved fuel taxes and used 11,200 billion shillings, or about $86.6 million, from the Energy Price Stabilization Fund to subsidize fuel prices at the pump and mitigate the impact on the public.

refer : bloomberg.com

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