The price of petrol shot up to Sh109 from Sh104, while pump prices of diesel increased from Sh100 to Sh103. By BENSON AYIENDAMore by this AuthorMost fuel stations in Kisii County have run out of the commodity. A spot check on Tuesday morning by the Nation revealed that most drivers and boda boda riders had grounded their vehicles and motorbikes. Most passengers, who opted to trek over long distances, protested over arbitrary fare increases by boda boda operators and matatu owners. Locals now want action taken against matatu operators who have arbitrarily increased fares.

Source: Daily Nation December 31, 2019 11:26 UTC