Chaos in Nairobi CBD as Some Matatu Operators Stage Protest

Matatu operators from the Mwiki route staged a protest in the Nairobi CBD on Wednesday, May 6, disrupting public transport and citing ongoing extortion, insecurity, and interference from unknown groups.

Pain for commuters as matatus, boda bodas hike fares

Commuters across Kenya are facing increased public transport fares as matatus and boda bodas pass on the costs of a recent fuel price hike.

“Daylight Robbery”- Taxpayers Slam Matatu Operators Over Hiked Fares

Taxpayers Association of Kenya has accused matatu operators of engaging in "daylight robbery" due to steep fare hikes that allegedly far exceed increased fuel costs.

Matatu operators to revise fares after pump prices drop

Kenyan matatu operators are expected to revise fares following the government's decision to lower fuel prices by reducing VAT from 13% to 8%.

Nairobi matatu operators cry out over extortion and attacks by ‘Kamegera’ gangs

Ruto Addresses Calls for Nationwide Protests Over Fuel Price Hikes

President William Ruto has criticized the United Opposition's calls for fuel protests, announcing a three-month tax relief on fuel to cushion Kenyans from rising global prices.