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IPOA probes police excesses during anti-fuel price demos
IPOA is investigating the death of 23-year-old Brian Ndung’u Njung’e, who died while in custody at Kiambu Police Station in Kiambu County.
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Linda Mwananchi youth leader blames multiple fuel taxes for cost of living
Wambua said fuel remains a key driver of the economy and should not be subjected to what he described as excessive taxation due to its central role in production and daily life.
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Wandayi: Gov’t spent Sh13.9bn on fuel subsidies over two pricing cycles
Speaking after a high-level meeting with public transport operators on Tuesday, Wandayi said Sh2.7 billion was spent in a single move to reduce diesel prices by Sh10 per litre, describing it as part of the wide...
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Treasury defends fuel subsidies and G-to-G deals amid rising pump price
At the centre of the price pressure is a tightening global supply chain that has reduced available fuel in traditional markets. This has pushed countries like Kenya to seek alternative sources such as India, wh...
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710 suspects arrested as DCI warns against violence during demonstrations
In a statement on Tuesday, the DCI cautioned members of the public against turning legitimate demonstrations into criminal activity, even as it reaffirmed that Kenyans retain the constitutional right to peacefu...
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Matatu strike continues after fuel talks end in deadlock
Despite hours of negotiations stretching late into the evening, both sides failed to reach a full agreement, prolonging a crisis that has paralysed public transport services across the country.
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Kalonzo blames Ruto’s administration for nationwide transport paralysis after fuel hikes
In a statement issued on Monday, Kalonzo said the ongoing matatu strike and transport disruptions across the country were the direct result of policies implemented by the government following the latest fuel pr...
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Mbadi blames Middle East war for fuel price hikes, calls matatu strike ‘uncalled for’
Speaking on NTV Kenya on Monday, Mbadi said the government had already spent about Sh35 billion through fuel subsidies and tax reductions to cushion consumers from rising petroleum prices.
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Nairobi commuters struggle as matatu operators suspend services in fuel-price strike
The strike, which took effect at midnight, disrupted movement in and out of the capital as matatus and buses withdrew services on several major routes, affecting workers, students and traders travelling to the...
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Police assure heightened security ahead of Monday nationwide matatu strike
Police said the majority of transport stakeholders remain committed to normal operations, with the United Transport Association of Kenya distancing itself from the planned strike. The service urged the public t...
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No movement! Transport stakeholders to begin strike over high fuel prices
The move follows a consultative meeting held on May 17, 2026, where stakeholders confirmed that the strike would go on as planned.
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Conflicting notices spark confusion over Monday’s planned matatu strike
MOA on Sunday dismissed reports that the planned industrial action had been called off, insisting that the strike remains in force, reinforcing an earlier stance.