Nationwide Matatu Strike Continues as Political Tensions Rise - July 2026

Kenyan matatu operators have initiated a nationwide strike protesting escalating fuel prices, demanding immediate action to address rising costs impacting their livelihoods. Kenyan leaders are accusing critics of actively working to undermine the government, particularly in the face of this nationwide matatu strike. A postmortem examination has confirmed that Cecil Ouma died from a close-range gunshot wound, occurring amidst the strike. Youth PS Fikirini Jacobs has reportedly recorded a statement as part of the ongoing investigation into the shooting of Cecil Ouma.