The President of the Matatu Owners Association (MOA), Albert Karakacha announcing a weekly strike every Monday. The President of the Matatu Owners Association (MOA), Albert Karakacha, said the decision follows what operators describe as the government’s failure to address their longstanding grievances, particularly insecurity targeting matatus. The President said that he will protect the property of Kenyans and the citizens too,” he said, adding that matatu operators feel abandoned despite repeated complaints. The strike threats trace back to January 28, when matatu operators announced plans for a nationwide protest over the alleged torching of their vehicles by boda boda operators. The association claims the government has failed to curb rising hostility and violence against the matatu sector, leaving operators exposed to losses and insecurity.

Source: Standard Digital February 02, 2026 14:55 UTC