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May 22, 2026
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Ruto’s interventions to cushion matatu operators, strike officially called off

Ruto’s interventions to cushion matatu operators, strike officially called off

The planned nationwide matatu strike over rising fuel costs has officially been called off following extensive consultations between President William Ruto and transport stakeholders in Mombasa, where long-standing grievances bedevilling the sector were addressed. Making the anno..

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A nationwide matatu strike over rising fuel costs has been officially called off following extensive consultations between President William Ruto and transport stakeholders in Mombasa.

  • Government has spent Ksh28.19 billion to stabilize fuel prices across two pricing cycles.
  • Key figures involved include President William Ruto and Matatu Owners Association Chair Albert Karakacha.
  • Measures will cushion operators from loan defaults and address issues with insurance claims.

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