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May 19, 2026
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Relief for commuters as matatu strike suspended for one week

Relief for commuters as matatu strike suspended for one week

Government and public transport operators suspend matatu strike for one week to allow high-level negotiations to conclude by May 26, Interior CS Murkomen says...

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Matatu operators have suspended a nationwide strike for one week following negotiations with the Kenyan government. The agreement allows for high-level talks to continue between now and Tuesday, May 26.

  • The strike suspension takes effect immediately.
  • Key individuals involved include Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, chairperson of the Association of Matatu Transport Owners Kushian Muchiri, and chairperson of the Federation of Public Transport Sector Edwin Mukabanah.
  • The strike was suspended to allow for negotiations aimed at stabilizing transport costs amidst global fuel price pressures.

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