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WATCH: Frustration in Kenya over new fuel tax

The Kenyan government has recently announced a 16% tax increase on fuel. 

Taxi driver Muriithi Kisara says they have to increase their fares by 50% with customers "feeling the pinch".

Lawmakers have also reportedly opposed the fuel tax increase as it will increase the living costs of Kenyans through a feared rise in inflation. 

The tax hike by government is to fund various development goals without having to burrow funds. 

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