High cost of living hiked fares and fears of a possible increase in school fees in January dampened the mood as Kenyans prepared to usher in the festive season.
In Mombasa, some travellers said they booked their trips upcountry in November to benefit from discounted fares on most buses and trains. Yesterday, however, most buses had doubled their fares.
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