When Oil Shocks Hit Home: Why Africa’s Buses Must Go Electric

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By Guest ContributorMay 27, 2026, 8:03 pm109 ptsTrending
By Wanjiru Kamotho-Mureithi The recent instability in the Gulf region has reminded African countries and the world of a familiar yet painful vulnerability; oil-dependent economies face recurring crises they cannot control. Kenya offers a clear illustration of this dynamic. Nearly all the country’s fuel is…

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When Oil Shocks Hit Home: Why Africa’s Buses Must Go Electric

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