Demonstrators Clash With Police on Thika Superhighway Despite End of Fuel Protests - May 2026

Demonstrators clashed with police on the Thika Superhighway even as fuel protests mediated by the Matatu Owners Association were reportedly ending. Several protesters were arrested on the Thika Superhighway as tension remains high in response to the nationwide matatu strike. Police fired teargas to disperse demonstrators staging a protest along the Thika Superhighway this morning, protesting against rising fuel prices. The main matatu terminus in Kikuyu remains deserted as operators continue their nationwide strike, with shops in the area closed due to safety concerns. Motorists faced significant disruptions on the Thika Superhighway as the transport sector strike entered its second day, forcing drivers to turn back.