Matatu Strike Disrupts Transportation Across Kenya - June 2026

A nationwide matatu strike has paralyzed transportation in Kenya as operators protest escalating fuel prices. Transport disruptions and business closures have hit Nairobi as security agencies enforce restrictions amidst the strike. This heightened security presence coincided with the June 25 anniversary protests. The protests are driven by matatu operators demonstrating against the escalating cost of fuel, leading to significant disruptions across the country.