Passengers and traders will have to pay more, say matatu owners

Luxury Shuttles, whose fleet of matatus ply the Meru-Nairobi route, assured passengers their fares will remain unchanged. [Phares Mutembei, Standard]

Players in the public transport sector and fuel traders are bracing for tough times ahead as the Finance Act, 2023 takes effect July 1.

Most of the public service vehicles (PSVs) and boda boda riders are expected to hike fares starting July 1 due an increment in fuel prices across the country. In some regions, fares were already up Friday, June 30, by between Sh150 and Sh200.