Pastor whose CX5 was torched recounts harrowing ordeal
What started as an ordinary Monday morning drive turned into a devastating ordeal for Reverend Henry Larwey after his vehicle was attacked and torched during anti-fuel price protests in Nairobi’s Githurai area. The demonstrations, organised by sections of the transport sector o..
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A pastor in Nairobi had his vehicle torched during anti-fuel price protests in the Githurai area on Monday morning.
- The destroyed vehicle, a CX5, is valued at approximately KSh 3 million.
- Key individual involved is Reverend Henry Larwey.
- The incident reportedly escalated after demonstrators noticed a UDA sash inside the vehicle, which appeared to provoke the crowd.
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Pastor Whose CX5 Was Torched Recounts Harrowing Ordeal - May 2026
A pastor in Nairobi had his vehicle torched during anti-fuel price protests in the Githurai area on Monday morning. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accused a corruption cartel within the Ministry of Petroleum of causing the recent surge in fuel prices, demanding answers from President William Ruto. Following widespread protests, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki indicated the government might explore further measures to reduce fuel costs while firmly stating that violent demonstrations will not influence policy. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) drastically revised fuel prices mid-cycle following an emergency meeting with public transport stakeholders to avert a nationwide matatu strike. Additionally, matatu operators temporarily suspended their nationwide strike over high fuel prices for one week, averting a prolonged economic crisis after two days of paralyzed transport.
