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Fuel gap excuse won’t justify Kenyans’ pain
Police officers arrest protesters demonstrating on the high fuel prices and rising cost of living outside Kenya National Archives in Nairobi on April 21, 2026.
High price • As he hopes that nobody will get killed or badly injured in the protests against the high fuel prices, Githuku Mungai says he’s still digesting President William Ruto’s statement. “According to the president, fuel in Uganda is cheaper than in Kenya because the two countries fall in different economic brackets. Whatever the case, no Kenyan should pay the ultimate price for this.” His contact is [email protected].
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Development • Wajir West has, in the past three years, undergone impressive development, including the upgrading of roads at Hadado and Griftu to bitumen standard and the construction of affordable housing units, says Ahmed Somow Ahmed. “Equally laudable is the awarding of bursaries to students and the establishment of TVET and Huduma centres.” His contact [email protected].
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Power rationing • The apparent power rationing with no formal notice in Nairobi’s Kangemi, Lavington, Kyuna and Kawangware neighbourhoods is killing small businesses, says Weldon Oriop Kirui. “It’s been going on for two months, inflicting heavy losses. The most affected are welders, mechanics, barbers, shopkeepers, dispensaries, bars, restaurants and online traders.” His contact is [email protected].
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Objectivity • For the school drama festivals to continue making sense, the adjudicators should be objective and pick only quality items that will motivate the learners across the country, says F. Mukembu. “The festivals are supposed to serve as edutainment. Choosing the very best performances ensures that the right skills will be showcased and promoted!” His contact is [email protected].
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Water harvesting • Every cloud has a silver lining, says F. Mukembu, adding: “Despite the heavy rains wreaking havoc, there are advantages.” The water, he explains, can be harvested and stored in tanks for irrigation and domestic use. “The run-off can be redirected into pits converted into dams. The water harvested can be used during the dry season for both irrigation and animals.”
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