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Originally published by The Standardtop
May 18, 2026
7h ago
Commuters stranded on Thika Superhighway as matatus withdraw from roads
The nationwide public transport vehicles strike has paralysed transport along the usually busy Thika Superhighway...
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A nationwide public transport strike has caused widespread transportation chaos, leaving thousands of commuters stranded on the Thika Superhighway. The strike, which began early on May 18, 2026, saw a drastic reduction in operating matatus.
- Available matatus and boda boda operators were charging exorbitant fares, with trips costing up to four times the normal price (e.g., Sh200 for a distance normally Sh50).
- Commuters faced significant difficulties reaching work, with some like Duncan Gitonga and Anne Mumbi reporting hours of waiting.
- Youths expressed their discontent by blocking roads and lighting bonfires in Githurai, chanting “One Term.”
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