Takeaways

• Coco Finger says rising fuel prices are affecting all sectors, not just musicians.
• Government has warned fuel stations against increasing prices.
• Global tensions in the Middle East are contributing to supply disruptions.

Dancehall musician Coco Finger has called on the government to urgently intervene in the rising fuel prices, warning that the situation is increasingly affecting livelihoods across the country.

According to the singer, the impact of high fuel costs goes far beyond the entertainment industry. While musicians rely heavily on transport to travel for performances across different regions, he emphasized that the burden is being felt by all sectors of the economy.

“When fuel prices go up, it affects everyone—from musicians to traders and even government workers,” Coco Finger noted.

He explained that traders are now spending more to transport goods, which ultimately leads to higher prices for consumers. Likewise, public servants and ordinary citizens are struggling with increased transport costs, creating widespread economic pressure.

The recent spike in fuel prices has been linked to global tensions, particularly disruptions in supply routes such as the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East involving Iran, United States, and Israel.

In response, the Minister of Energy, Ruth Nankabirwa, recently warned fuel stations against increasing prices, insisting that there was no justification for sudden hikes. She directed all fuel operators to maintain stable prices, as earlier communicated at the onset of the conflict.

However, despite these directives, some fuel stations have continued to raise prices, sparking concern among citizens. Nankabirwa reiterated that stations must comply and revert to previous pricing levels, adding that the government is working with partners to ensure adequate fuel supply into the country.