A Kenyan stakeholder in the public transport sector, Kennedy Kaunda, gained prominence after publicly disagreeing with Cabinet Secretaries regarding an agreement to avert a nationwide matatu strike.

• Mr. Kaunda used the phrase "with all due respect" to highlight that no agreement had been reached, contradicting statements made by Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir.
• The incident occurred on May 19, 2026, following a meeting intended to resolve the strike that had disrupted services.
• Mr. Kaunda, the Group Chief Executive Officer of the East Africa Tour Guides Association, stated he aimed for truthfulness, not disrespect, and has since received widespread praise for his candor.