Tanzania, April 2 -- Dar es Salaam. The February 28, 2026 US-Israeli invasion of Iran, and the resulting disruption to petroleum supply chains, is affecting nearly all sectors of Tanzania's economy. Transport operators are now calling for immediate fare adjustments following a historic surge in fuel prices.

Bus owners, truck operators and commuter transport providers say the fuel price hike, linked to the US-Israel war on Iran, threatens the survival of their businesses if fare increases are delayed.

However, the Land Transport Regulatory Authority (Latra) has warned operators against raising fares without approval. Latra director general Habibu Suluo said all operators must follow laid-down procedures before making any adjustments.

He...