Matatu Operators Call off Strike After Breakthrough Talks

The operators had threatened to down their tools due to repeated cases of vehicle burnings across major highways in the country...

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A nationwide strike by Matatu Operators and other motorists, initially planned for Monday, February 2, 2026, has been suspended. This postponement allows for dialogue between stakeholders to address pressing concerns within the public transport sector.

The strike was called off following consultations between representatives of Boda Boda Operators, PSV Operators, and Security agencies to facilitate discussions.
Key organizations involved include the Federation of Public Transport Sector (FPTS), National Police Service, and the National Transport and Safety Authority.
The strike was a response to repeated cases of vehicle burnings and a perceived lack of government action, with at least 9 vehicles, including matatus, buses, and trucks, having been torched by mobs.

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