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Why Ruto’s announcement of 8pc VAT on fuel is misleading

Speaking during a public address in Kisii on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Ruto said the government would lower VAT to 8 per cent for three months to cushion Kenyans from high fuel prices.

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Ndindi Nyoro Outlines 5 Urgent Measures to Bring Fuel Prices Down to KSh 179

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Opposition lists key demands over fuel crisis in Kenya

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Relief for Motorists as Petrol Drops to KSh 197.60, Diesel to KSh 196.63 After VAT Cut

EPRA said the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury had reduced VAT from 13 per cent to 8 per cent through Legal Notice No. 70 dated April 15, 2026.

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Relief for Motorists as Petrol Drops to KSh 197.60, Diesel to KSh 196.63 After VAT Cut

Why Ruto’s announcement of 8pc VAT on fuel is misleading

Speaking during a public address in Kisii on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Ruto said the government would lower VAT to 8 per cent for three months to cushion Kenyans from high fuel prices.

Vincent Kiprop

2 hours ago2 min read

Why Ruto’s announcement of 8pc VAT on fuel is misleading

Ruto promises to reduce fuel VAT to 8%

President said the government had stepped in to shield households and businesses from the ripple effects of instability in the international fuel market.

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Ndindi Nyoro Outlines 5 Urgent Measures to Bring Fuel Prices Down to KSh 179

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Opposition lists key demands over fuel crisis in Kenya

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United Opposition demands resignations of Opiyo Wandayi and Lee Kinyanjui

former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua urged the two Cabinet Secretaries to step aside to allow for independent investigations into the matter.

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United Opposition demands resignations of Opiyo Wandayi and Lee Kinyanjui

Gachagua Calls for Scrapping of G-2-G Fuel Deal, NSSF and Housing Levies

Gachagua Calls for Scrapping of G-2-G Fuel Deal

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Gachagua Calls for Scrapping of G-2-G Fuel Deal, NSSF and Housing Levies

How Fuel Prices Compare Across East Africa After Latest Review

In Kenya, motorists are currently paying Ksh206.97 per litre of petrol and Ksh206.84 per litre of diesel, placing the country at the top of the regional price range.

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How Fuel Prices Compare Across East Africa After Latest Review

“Why Are We Paying More?” Nairobi Passengers Slam Electric Bus Fare Increase

While conventional matatu operators defended the increase citing higher diesel costs, commuters expressed frustration that electric-powered vehicles had also raised fares.

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