World Business Report, Kenya's government cuts fuel prices after deadly protests

World Business Report

Kenya's government cuts fuel prices after deadly protests

19 May 2026

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Deadly protests in Kenya have forced the government to cut diesel prices after a sharp jump in fuel costs, driven by supply pressures from the Middle East conflict.

Roads into the Nairobi were blocked, tyres burned and public transport disrupted as anger grows over fuel hikes.

A nationwide transport strike has now been called off for a week as negotiations take place.

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