Matatu operators insist on bigger fuel price cut

The one-week suspension of the matatu strike is fading as operators demand a Sh46 reduction in fuel prices.

During the emergency meeting, Kennedy Kaunda said he did not agree with the government statement except on the time to leave the room. He stressed that the only agreement was on when to exit the hall.

Minister Opiyo Wandayi announced a Sh10 cut in diesel prices. However, matatu sector leaders said the move was insufficient.

Albert Karakacha said the minimum demand remains Sh46 and they expected further talks before Tuesday. Peter Mwangi denied bribery claims and highlighted cooperation with Nairobi governor.

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Matatu buses operating in Nairobi after strike suspension agreement with government officials shaking hands.
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Matatu operators suspend strike for one week

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The government and transport stakeholders reached an agreement on Tuesday to suspend the matatu strike for one week. This allows for further talks on fuel prices.

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja said the government aims to reach an agreement with public transport operators by Friday to address protests over high fuel prices. Talks follow a one-week suspension of strikes by matatu operators and other transporters.

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Public service vehicle operators in Kenya have raised fares by 50 per cent following a sharp increase in fuel prices. They also called for a nationwide strike starting Monday.

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has announced that Kenya has secured adequate fuel stocks to ensure uninterrupted supply ahead of the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority's June-July price review scheduled for June 14.

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The Kenya Flower Council has reported direct losses of about 200 million shillings on Monday alone after matatu owners' protests over fuel prices disrupted flower shipments.

The Motorists Association of Kenya has called for a full audit of the fuel pricing formula following the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority's announcement of new pump prices.

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Transport group Manibela announced a nationwide strike from April 15 to 17, coinciding with the government's service contracting program rollout. The action responds to high fuel prices and demands a rollback to P55 per liter. Chairman Mar Valbuena criticized the government's inadequate response to oil price shocks.

 

 

 

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