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UBA study reveals 40% drop in AMBA buses
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A report from the UBA's Interdisciplinary Institute of Political Economy (IIEP) shows that bus services in the AMBA dropped up to 40% on interjurisdictional lines due to fuel price surges from the war in Iran and outdated subsidies. The operational fleet is 12% smaller than in 2019. If costs are passed to users, fares could rise another 16%.
The Kenya Transporters Association has urged the Ministry of Energy to urgently tackle ongoing fuel shortages ahead of the next price review scheduled for May 14, 2026.
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Spanish airline Plus Ultra announced the temporary suspension of its flights to and from Colombia starting June 2, 2026, citing a sharp rise in aviation fuel prices driven by the Middle East conflict.
Mexico's government announced the elimination of bank commissions for paying gasoline with credit and debit cards at service stations, offering discounts of up to 7.45 pesos per transaction. The measure, presented on April 27 by President Claudia Sheinbaum and Finance Secretary Édgar Amador, takes effect on May 1 and aims to curb inflation. It was agreed with the Mexican Banking Association and other institutions.
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At a briefing in Addis Ababa, Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed stated the government has provided a 20 billion birr monthly fuel subsidy. This follows a 100 percent increase over the past two months. Officials also highlighted achievements in social sectors.
Kenyan transport stakeholders have demanded that the government cap diesel prices at Ksh140 and petrol at Ksh150 per litre, reinstate fuel subsidies amid recent price hikes. The Transport Sector Forum, led by the Motorist Association of Kenya (MAK), issued the ultimatum after an emergency meeting in Nairobi today, warning of mass action if ignored.
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President William Ruto has explained why Kenyans pay higher fuel prices than neighbours like Tanzania and Uganda. He attributed the difference to Kenya's status as a middle-income country and heavy investments in road infrastructure. Ruto spoke during a church service in Karen on Sunday.
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