December 18, 2020 Green Muheya - Nyasa Times 9 Comments
Minibus operators have said they are raising passenger fares following Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (Mera)’s dramatic adjustment of fuel prices by an average of 28 percent.
Minibus fares up
Mera announced the increase of fuel prices on Wednesday evening.
Minibus Owners Association of Malawi (Moam) acting national chairperson Felix Mbonekera Msiska said following the fuel price hike, the association is discussing with minibus operators to revise passenger fares.
He said they are consulting with some regional chapters to see “how best we can effect adjustment on our part.”
Passenger Welfare Association (Pawa) has asked government to “step in and subsidise the commuter.”