Source: Transport Alliance / Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK)
A nationwide transport sector strike has been announced, effective Monday, 18th May 2026, in protest against the continued sharp and unjustified increase in fuel prices imposed by the Government through the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) .
Following a high-level joint stakeholders’ meeting held today in Nairobi, representatives from various transport and fuel-dependent sectors unanimously resolved to commence countrywide industrial action and peaceful protests.
Who Is Participating in the Strike?
The following sectors and associations have resolved to take part in the nationwide action
| Sector | Participants |
|---|---|
| 🚗 Motorists | Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) with affiliated associations |
| 🚐 Public Transport | Matatu owners & operators |
| 🏍️ Motorcycle Transport | Boda Boda associations |
| 📱 Digital Taxis | Digital cab operators |
| 🚌 Tourism Transport | Tourist vehicle operators |
| 🚛 Freight & Cargo | Cargo and freight transporters |
| 👥 Commuters | Commuter representatives |
| 🚙 Private Vehicles | Motorists and private vehicle owners |
| ⛽ Fuel-Dependent Sectors | Borehole drilling machine operators, generator owners and operators, and other fuel-dependent sectors severely affected by punitive fuel prices |
The Reason for the Strike
The meeting noted with great concern that the fuel price increase announced on 14th May has:
📈 Worsened the already unbearable cost of living
💰 Directly contributed to skyrocketing commodity prices
🏠 Affected every Kenyan household
Key Demands of the Transport Alliance
The stakeholders jointly demand the following:
| Demand | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Immediate withdrawal | Withdraw the 14th May fuel price increase |
| 2. Price harmonization | Prevent dangerous and illegal mixing of fuel products with kerosene |
| 3. Disbandment of EPRA | Disband EPRA for failing Kenyans and enabling exploitative fuel pricing |
| 4. Liberalization of fuel pricing | Remove excessive government control to allow fair market-driven competition |
Call to Action
The Transport Alliance further calls upon all Kenyans suffering under the burden of high fuel costs and rising commodity prices to join the nationwide protests beginning Monday, 18th May 2026.
“This action is a united stand for economic justice, fairness, and the protection of livelihoods.”
Official Statement
Issued by:
Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK)
Nairobi
Travel Advisory for Commuters
With the impending nationwide strike, commuters are advised to:
✅ Plan alternative travel arrangements where possible
✅ Monitor local news for updates on the strike situation
✅ Allow extra travel time as public transport may be disrupted
✅ Consider carpooling or working from home if feasible
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