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November 17, 2025
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Matatu operators in court to stop ban on picking and dropping at petrol stations

Matatu operators in court to stop ban on picking and dropping at petrol stations

The Matatu operators have warned that the directives would cripple their operations and disrupt vital public transport services...

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Thirteen matatu companies have filed a lawsuit against the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) and the Nairobi County Government to prevent a ban on passenger pick-up and drop-off at petrol stations within Nairobi's CBD. They argue the ban is abrupt, flawed, and will disrupt public transport, especially during the festive season.

  • 13 matatu companies are petitioners, including ENA Coach, Easy Coach, and Mololine.
  • The ban, described as "abrupt, procedurally flawed, and economically damaging," is being challenged by lawyers Stanley Kinyanjui and Danstan Omari.
  • Petitioners state there is no record of incidents endangering public safety at Nairobi petrol stations due to their operations.

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