Kenya Fuel Prices Rise Sharply Despite Tax Reduction Due to Iran War
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-15 05:06 UTC
- Sources: BBC World News
Diesel prices have risen by a record margin in Kenya despite a reduction in value added tax, which was implemented due to the ongoing war with Iran. BBC reports that the price increase is attributed to global market fluctuations.
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