A nationwide strike in the transport sector in Kenya

Situation in Kenya, May 18, 2026 A nationwide strike in the transport sector

began at midnight. The reason is a significant increase in fuel prices last week. In a statement released Sunday, the transport industry alliance announced that all vehicles belonging to participating associations would be grounded as part of coordinated industrial action across the country. The strike is supported by numerous sub-sectors of the transport industry, including passenger transport companies, freight and logistics companies, ride-hailing services, motorcycle taxi drivers, tourism companies, driving schools, school bus companies, and private drivers. Live video:

It is very calm. Here, where i am, no motion on the street. Some bodaboda were passing, but very view, less as your fingers on one hand. https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2026-05-18-no-transport-monday-as-matatus-strike-begins