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May 18, 2026
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No Deal Reached as Matatu Strike Over Fuel Prices Continues Tuesday

No Deal Reached as Matatu Strike Over Fuel Prices Continues Tuesday

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 18 — A high-level meeting convened by Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi and his Transport counterpart Davis Chirchir failed to - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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A high-level meeting between the Kenyan government and matatu operators failed to resolve the ongoing strike over soaring fuel prices, with the industrial action set to continue on Tuesday.

  • Matatu stakeholders rejected a government proposal to lower diesel prices by Sh10, demanding a more substantial reduction.
  • Key individuals involved included Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi and Transport counterpart Davis Chirchir, as well as the Transport Sector Alliance.
  • While consensus was reached on addressing fuel adulteration by aligning diesel and kerosene prices, the core issue of fuel costs remains unresolved, leading to continued disruption of transport services.

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