Transport sector crisis deepens as operators split over planned nationwide strike

Digital Boda drivers and Deliveries Association President Calvince Okumu addressing the media. [Juliet Omelo,Standard]

Kenya’s transport sector is facing a deepening crisis marked by rising cases of vehicle arson, growing mistrust among operators and a split decision over a planned nationwide strike scheduled for Monday, February 2.

While a section of transport operators insists the shutdown will go on as planned, the Federation of Public Transport Sector has called off its participation following consultative talks with boda boda riders and security agencies.