Four killed in protests during Kenyan strikes over high fuel prices
A nationwide strike in Kenya has been initiated by public transport operators in response to record-high fuel prices. This strike has left thousands of commuters stranded and disrupted businesses across the country. The Transport Sector Alliance is calling for a reversal of the recent price increases, citing the government's insufficient measures to alleviate the rising cost of living.
- ▪Public transport operators in Kenya have gone on strike due to a more than 20% increase in fuel prices.
- ▪The strike has resulted in thousands of commuters being stranded and businesses shutting down in various parts of the country.
- ▪Protests have led to clashes with police, who used tear gas to disperse demonstrators.
3 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 1 hour. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 1 centre.
- ▪ Kenya protesters block roads in public transport strike over fuel prices — South China Morning Post
- ▪ Protesters light bonfires during public transport strike in Kenya over fuel prices — ABC News — International
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Strike over high fuel prices paralyses transport in Kenya8 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleBasillioh RukangaNairobiAFP via Getty ImagesThe protests have been triggered by a record increase in the cost of fuelThousands of Kenyan commuters have been stranded and businesses paralysed as public transport operators went on a nationwide strike to protest against recent increases in the cost fuel.Key roads in the capital Nairobi remained largely empty, forcing some commuters to walk to work, with other parts of the country also affected by the transport crisis.
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