Ruto defends fuel subsidy amid global oil pressures

President William Ruto has reaffirmed his commitment to stabilizing fuel prices after EPRA announced a Sh10 per liter diesel cut supported by a Sh10 billion subsidy. Speaking at a church service in Kajiado County, Ruto said the government remains committed to moderating fuel prices and ensuring stable supply despite escalating geopolitical tensions driving up global crude oil prices. The remarks came hours after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority's announcement, as Kenya navigates the impact of international oil market pressures on domestic consumers.