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January 31, 2026
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Transport sector crisis deepens as operators split over planned nationwide strike

Transport sector crisis deepens as operators split over planned nationwide strike

The crisis stems from a surge in incidents where vehicles, particularly matatus, are torched by mobs following road accidents...

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Kenya's transport sector is in crisis due to increasing vehicle torching incidents and growing mistrust among operators, leading to a split decision over a planned nationwide strike for Monday, February 2. While some operators insist the strike will proceed, the Federation of Public Transport Sector has backed out following talks with boda boda riders and security agencies.

  • Nine vehicles, including public and private cars, were set ablaze in January.
  • Calvince Okumu, President of the Digital Boda Drivers and Deliveries Association, condemned the arson attacks.
  • Kushian Muchiri, CEO of the Federation of Public Transport, confirmed the federation's withdrawal from the strike, advocating for dialogue.

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