The ongoing nationwide matatu strike has been called off for seven days to pave way for discussion between the government and the stakeholders.
The news was confirmed on Tuesday in a joint communication between the stakeholders and CS Kipchumba Murkomen who were speaking outside the office of the President.
“We are giving room to negotiation and if we are not able to agree, we will come back for the same. As for now the nation should run,” said Kenneth Kaunda.
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The news paves the way for normalcy and resumption of transport in the country that had been paralyzed in protest of the increased fuel prices.
As at Monday evening, the discussions did not reach an agreement before the government through the Energy Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) confirmed new Diesel and Kerosene prices.
The price of Diesel has been reduced by Ksh 10.6 while that of Kerosene increased by Ksh 38.60 per litre.At the same time, the price of Petrol remained constant pending the next review in a month’s time.
““We have recalculated the maximum petroleum prices to be in force from 19th May 2026 to 14th June 2026 following a petition by public transport sector operators on the need to minimize the risk of motor fuel adulteration that may arise due to Diesel & Kerosene price difference.
In Nairobi, Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene now retail at Kshs.214.25, Kshs.232.86 and Kshs.191.38 effective midnight for the next 30 days. Here is the updated petroleum pump price list in a town near you.
The applicable pump price per litre in Nairobi for Diesel therefore decreases by Kshs.10.06/litre and that of Kerosene increases by Kshs.38.60/litre. The price for Super Petrol remains unchanged,” said EPRA