Transport services were disrupted in Kirinyaga County on Tuesday due to a protest by matatu operators against the rise of private vehicles operating as Public Service Vehicles (PSVs).

• Dozens of passengers were left stranded across multiple bus termini as matatu operators suspended their services.
• Key spokesperson, John Nyaga, criticized private vehicle owners for unfair competition and alleged traffic regulation violations.
• The protest emphasizes ongoing issues with private vehicles carrying excess passengers, posing risks to safety, despite previous government bans against such practices.