Matatu operators to increase fare prices following hike in fuel prices

Stakeholders in the public transport industry have announced an upcoming increase in fares by 10-20 percent following the recent hike in fuel price. The new fare rates will commence on Saturday September 18, 2021. Speaking to K24 Digital, Matatu Owners Association chairman Simon Kimutai acknowledged that the plans to increase fares by the matatu operators […]

Matatu owners warn passengers against boarding overloaded PSVs in Kisii

Matatu Owners Association (MOA) officials in Kisii County have warned passengers against overloading Public Service Vehicles ( PSVs), saying they risk arrest and prosecution. MOA chairman George Nyariki said the operators will not be held responsible for passengers who are arrested for flouting the traffic rules. Lauding the government for allowing the operators to carry […]

Kenyans want cost of fuel, foodstuff cut

Peter Okong’o Stung by the high cost of living and rampant unemployment, Kenyans want the cost of fuel and household goods reduced in the Sh3.08 trillion budget that National Treasury Cabinet  secretary Henry Rotich will present in Parliament this afternoon. Stakeholders in various sectors hope that the Treasury chief will put in place mechanisms that will […]