Kenyans react to energy CS Chirchir's warning of petrol prices hitting Sh300

The looming specter of soaring Super Petrol prices to an alarming Sh300 during the upcoming Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority's fuel price review has stirred deep apprehension about the spiraling cost of living in Kenya. Presently, at Sh217 per litre in Nairobi, the burden on household budgets is palpable, amplifying the struggle for many.

Energy CS Davis Chirchir, in his address to the National Dialogue committee at Bomas of Kenya, underscored the potential repercussions of the Israeli conflict on the global fuel market, cautioning, "The international fuel prices could surge to 150 dollars, potentially translating to a staggering price of Sh300 per litre at the Pump. We are hopeful that we can avert such a crisis."

Chirchir's statement reverberated across the nation, sparking a deluge of reactions from Kenyan citizens who vocalized their frustrations about the country's economic state.

"The constant surge in fuel prices is making it unbearable for us to sustain our businesses. We are at the brink of collapse," shared Joyce Muthoni, a small business owner in Nairobi, echoing the sentiments of many struggling entrepreneurs.

"The government needs to take urgent measures to stabilize the economy. We can't keep enduring the burden of these relentless price hikes," voiced John Kamau, reflecting the concerns of a growing number of worried citizens.

"Rising fuel prices mean higher transportation costs, and this inevitably affects the prices of basic commodities. It's a never-ending cycle of hardship for the common mwananchi," expressed Lucy Wangui, a mother of three, encapsulating the challenges faced by ordinary Kenyan families.

"The government should provide concrete solutions to cushion the citizens from the effects of these economic challenges. We are barely surviving," urged Samuel Gitau, a concerned resident of Nakuru, mirroring the growing desperation among the populace.

"The high cost of living is pushing more families into poverty. We need immediate intervention from the authorities to alleviate our suffering," appealed Grace Wambui, a community advocate in Mombasa, highlighting the urgent need for effective measures to alleviate the strain on vulnerable households.

As Kenya grapples with the looming threat of a further surge in fuel prices, the voices of ordinary citizens resound, underscoring the pressing need for sustainable interventions to ease the financial strain on households and businesses, and to pave the way for a more stable economic future.