Matatu strike bites over high fuel prices as police assure of security

The National Police Service has assured Kenyans of adequate security even as matatu operators made good on their threat to withdraw services over rising fuel prices. Thousands of commuters were stranded on Monday morning after public service vehicles (PSVs) operating on various r..

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A nationwide matatu strike over soaring fuel prices has caused widespread disruption, stranding thousands of commuters and affecting school attendance.

Fuel prices saw significant hikes, with Super Petrol increasing by Ksh16.65 per litre and diesel by Ksh46.29 per litre.
The National Police Service (NPS) has assured the public of their security and stated that disruptive conduct will be dealt with firmly.
While a minority of operators initiated the strike, the NPS noted that the majority of stakeholders, including the United Transport Association of Kenya (UTAK), remain committed to uninterrupted operations.