Kenya transport strike paused after deadly protests
A nationwide transport strike in Kenya has been paused following deadly protests against rising fuel prices. The strike was initiated by transport operators in response to a significant increase in fuel costs, which have been attributed to geopolitical tensions. Authorities reported multiple fatalities and mass arrests during the protests, prompting the government to seek negotiations with stakeholders.
- ▪The transport strike was suspended for one week to allow for consultations between the government and stakeholders.
- ▪Four people were killed and over 30 injured during the protests against fuel price hikes.
- ▪More than 700 individuals were arrested in connection with the unrest over rising fuel costs.
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In PicturesGallery|ProtestsKenya transport strike paused after deadly protestsKenya halts strike over fuel hikes blamed on the US-Israeli war on Iran, after deadly protests and mass arrests.SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoKenyan security forces arrest a person during a protest against the increase in fuel prices in Nairobi [Lucas Mukasa/Anadolu]By Anadolu, EPA and ReutersPublished On 20 May 202620 May 2026A nationwide transport strike in Kenya over surging fuel prices, blamed on the United States-Israeli war on Iran, has been suspended for a week after four people were killed in mass protests against the increases.Kenya, one of many African countries heavily reliant on fuel imports from the Gulf, has…
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