Protests erupt over Kenya fuel price hikes, strike strands commuters
Protests have erupted across Kenya in response to significant fuel price hikes, leading to a nationwide public transport strike. The strike has left many commuters stranded, as transport operators halted services to protest the increases. The government is facing pressure to address the rising costs that are impacting households already struggling with high living expenses.
- ▪Protests began in several Kenyan towns due to fuel price hikes linked to the Iran war.
- ▪The Transport Sector Alliance initiated a nationwide strike, halting public transport services.
- ▪Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority raised fuel prices by up to 23.5%, following a previous increase of 24.2%.
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Protests erupt over Kenya fuel price hikes, strike strands commutersSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 18, 2026, 07:38 PMUpdated May 18, 2026, 07:43 PMListenNAIROBI, May 18 - Protests over fuel price hikes prompted by the Iran war erupted in several Kenyan towns on Monday, including a nationwide public transport strike that stranded commuters and forced many people to walk to work.The Transport Sector Alliance said on Sunday that vehicles affiliated with its member associations would stop operating from midnight in protest at the latest price increase, while police said they would act to tackle any disruptions.Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority last week raised retail fuel prices by as much as 23.5% - after hiking them by 24.2% last month…
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