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Nationwide protests over soaring fuel costs on Monday resulted in the deaths of four people and the arrest of 348 individuals, according to Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen stated that at least four Kenyans died and 30 others were injured during protests against record fuel prices. He accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of inciting violence through his political rhetoric. A protest over fuel prices in Kenya turned violent, resulting in the deaths of four individuals and the looting of journalists. The Machakos and Kitui counties have become a scene of cat-and-mouse games between the police and protesters.

Four people have been confirmed dead and over 30 others injured following violent protests that erupted across Kenya over fuel price hikes. The demonstrations, initiated by matatu operators protesting sharply increased fuel prices, escalated into widespread violence resulting in fatalities and injuries. Nairobi was engulfed in chaos following the protests, with property damage reported. At least four people died following protests against the recent fuel price hike, with CS Murkomen announcing strict measures after the nationwide chaos. The protests have seen chaotic scenes as citizens expressed discontent with the rising cost of living.

Kenya's economy has reportedly ground to a near-standstill following significant fuel price increases, causing widespread disruption. The ongoing fuel strike has disrupted the supply and distribution of fuel across the country as the government and transport sector stakeholders remain deadlocked in negotiations. The Law Society of Kenya is demanding an audit of Kenya's government-to-government oil importation arrangement and full disclosure of the fuel pricing formula. Kenyan opposition leaders have publicly supported public service transport operators striking over escalating fuel prices, criticizing the government for not alleviating economic struggles of ordinary citizens.

A nationwide matatu strike has brought Kenya to a standstill, with public transport operators protesting sharply increased fuel prices. The strike has caused widespread disruption to daily activities in major towns across the country, forcing many Kenyans to walk to work. Schools across Kenya are facing disruptions as transport operators initiated the strike to protest escalating fuel prices, with hundreds of learners sent home after several schools suspended learning. The nationwide strike continues as operators demand resolution to rising fuel costs, with Leader Wandayi suggesting cheaper fuel might require higher kerosene prices. Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has blamed the opposition for instigating the nationwide matatu strike.

Protests erupted in Kitui and Machakos counties, leading to road blockades, with the areas becoming scenes of cat-and-mouse games between police and protesters. Police in Limuru, Kiambu County, dispersed a group of youths who had obstructed the Nairobi-Nakuru highway, causing significant traffic disruptions. Several youths have been arrested in connection with recent protests, according to Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen. Criminal activity caused disruption in Nyeri during the protests.

The Court of Appeal has ordered the Kenyan government to make public all contracts and documents related to the Nairobi-Mombasa Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). This ruling asserts that withholding information about the USD 4.5 billion (approximately Ksh583 billion) project from taxpayers is unconstitutional. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a four-hour maintenance window for its iTax system, temporarily disrupting online tax services. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has issued a public warning regarding a fraudulent recruitment scheme where an individual named David is allegedly soliciting money from job seekers by falsely promising employment.

The Kenyan Ministry of Health has issued urgent directives to all County Governments requiring immediate preparedness and response measures to prevent potential cross-border transmission of the Ebola Virus, following an outbreak in the neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Australia has issued a travel advisory for Kenya, warning citizens of transport protests, security risks, and flood dangers. The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) has issued a warning of continued rainfall across several Kenyan counties until May 25.

Opposition leaders, led by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, have strongly criticized the government over a significant increase in fuel prices across the country. Leaders from Kenya Kwanza and ODM have defended the government amidst the criticism. A Nairobi-based activist has filed a High Court petition to halt the recent fuel price increases, citing illegality and significant economic harm to Kenyans. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announced that fuel prices will remain unchanged until the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority review on June 14, amidst ongoing transport disruptions caused by a matatu strike.