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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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.
