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Locals decry fare hike by digital taxi drivers

Some of the drivers fault the apps, saying they are not as accurate when it comes to fares. [iStockphoto] 

Kisumu residents are complaining that digital taxi drivers are overcharging and harassing them.

They say the operators do not want to charge the fares recommended by the taxi hailing apps and demand higher amounts when they have reached their destinations.

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