Clear roads along Thika superhighway on day two of matatu strike on Tuesday, May 19 /LEAH MUKANGAIPublic transport across Kenya remained heavily disrupted as the nationwide matatu strike entered its second day, with operators continuing their protest against sharp fuel price increases.
The Thika Superhighway recorded minimal public transport movement as matatus, buses, boda bodas and other transport operators largely stayed off the roads.
The industrial action follows failed talks between stakeholders and government representatives aimed at resolving grievances over rising operational costs linked to fuel prices.
Matatu Owners Association (MOA) President Albert KaraKacha confirmed that the strike would continue after overnight negotiations collapsed.
Commuters bore the brunt of the disruption, with reports of long walks to workplaces, steep boda boda fares, cancelled school activities in some areas, and delayed business operations.
Motorists forced to turn back on Thika superhighway in day two of the nationwide matatu strike on May 19 /LEAH MUKANGAI
Motorists find alternative routes on Thika Superhighway on day two of matatu strike on May 19 /LEAH MUKANGAI
Motorists use the wrong lane on Thika Superhighway on day two of matatu strike on May 19 /LEAH MUKANGAI
Pedestrians on Thika Superhighway forced to walk on the second day of the matatu strike on May 19 /LEAH MUKANGAI
Parked matatus at a petrol station at Kasarani, Nairobi in day two of matatu strike on May 19 /LEAH MUKANGAI
Motorists find alternative routes on Thika Superhighway on day two of matatu strike on May 19 /LEAH MUKANGAI
