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May 19, 2026
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Kenya Cuts Diesel Prices After Deadly Protests Over Fuel Costs
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Kenya has cut diesel prices by 38% following deadly protests that broke out across the country due to rising fuel costs. The government announced the reduction on Friday evening, saying it would take effect immediately.
The price of a liter of diesel was reduced from KES 172 ($1.54) to KES 106 ($0.96), according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics. This move comes after days of violent protests that left at least six people dead and over 300 others injured.
The government's decision was widely welcomed by Kenyans on social media, who had been calling for action from the authorities. H…
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