Government Left Embarrassed as Matatu Operators Reject Wandayi Deal Live on Camera
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 18 — The government faced an embarrassing setback Monday night after matatu operators publicly rejected an announcement by Energy - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Kenyan government was left embarrassed after matatu operators publicly rejected an announcement by Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi suggesting a deal had been reached on rising fuel prices.
- Matatu operators rejected the government's claim of a breakthrough, stating no agreement had been reached on the fuel price reduction.
- Key figures involved include Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi, Transport CS Davis Chirchir, and **matatu sector representatives** led by Kushian Muchiri and Albert Karagacha.
- Operators demanded a reduction of Sh30 to Sh46 per litre for diesel, while the government only offered a Sh10 reduction, leading to the strike's continuation and transport paralysis in several towns.
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Matatu strike to continue as govt, operators fail to agree on fuel price cuts - May 2026
A nationwide matatu strike continues as government officials and matatu operators failed to reach an agreement on fuel price cuts Monday, May 18, 2026. However, the strike was suspended for one week following negotiations, allowing for high-level talks to continue between now and Tuesday, May 26. Super Metro announced it will lower bus fares after a temporary agreement secured a Ksh10 per litre reduction in diesel prices, with another Ksh10 drop expected next week. The Matatu Owners Association and digital cab operators agreed to resume normal public transport operations across the country. Meanwhile, a sector official publicly contradicted government ministers regarding a supposed agreement on fuel prices, stating 'With All Due Respect, There's No Deal'. Additionally, Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi suggested that achieving cheaper fuel for matatus might necessitate increased prices for kerosene.
