Ruto Details High-Stakes Talks With Matatu Stakeholders Amid Fresh Strike Fears
Ruto spoke on Thursday, where he revealed little-known details behind his talk with the Matatu operators...
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President William Ruto has denied pressuring transport stakeholders to end their strike, asserting the decision was theirs after understanding the government's position on fuel prices.
- The government unveiled relief measures including a Ksh10 drop in diesel prices.
- The strike was called off by the Matatu Owners Association (MOA) stakeholders.
- Some matatu workers, including the Matatu Workers Union (MWU), threatened further action, claiming exclusion from talks.
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Ruto Details High-Stakes Talks With Matatu Stakeholders Amid Fresh Strike Fears - May 2026
President William Ruto has denied pressuring transport stakeholders to end their strike, asserting the decision was theirs after understanding the government's position on fuel prices. Matatu workers through the Matatu Workers Union and Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association are threatening a nationwide strike over their exclusion from crucial fuel price reduction negotiations. The International Monetary Fund has advised Kenya and other nations to avoid prolonged fuel subsidies amidst rising global energy costs, warning they can worsen inflation and strain public finances.
