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July 1, 2025
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Motorists Storm Govt Offices Days After Warning

Motorists Storm Govt Offices Days After Warning

Business was brought to a standstill as the drivers demanded justice...

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Hundreds of long-distance drivers protested at the Kenya Pipeline Eldoret hub over alleged corruption involving customs officials, disrupting operations and blocking access to the facility.

  • Drivers accused customs staff of extortion, claiming they face fees up to Ksh2,000 per loading, severely impacting their earnings.
  • The protest was led by the Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association, with further support from the Motorists Association of Kenya condemning police extortion tactics.
  • Drivers highlighted that traffic policing has become predatory, with officers creating false speed limits and demanding 'protection fees'.

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Manufacturers face new laws; residents express discontent at government offices; calls for peace protest regulations.

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