Matatu strike called off to allow negotiations take place
The ongoing Matatu strike has been suspended for a period of one week to allow for negotiations between government and stakeholders take place...
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The Matatu strike has been suspended for one week, allowing for negotiations between the Kenyan government and transport stakeholders concerning the grievances raised.
- The strike is suspended for a period of one week.
- Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced the suspension after talks with the Transport Sector Alliance.
- Stakeholders condemned violence and destruction of property that occurred during the strike.
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