Public Transport Tariffs Surge Amid Fuel Price Hikes
Public transportation fares in Addis Abeba increased two-fold following last week's fuel price hikes, marking the first fare adjustment in a year. The decision from Addis Abeba Transport Bureau comes on the backdrop of escalating fuel costs a fortnight ago with officials citing it as a key driver.
The Bureau's tariff revision is the first in over a year. Officials believe while fuel prices play a major role, other factors such as maintenance costs and spare parts were also considered. According to Dagnachew Shiferaw, deputy head for transport operations, public transporters were dismayed wi...