Matatu drivers halted operations on the Kasarani-Mwiki route Thursday morning, causing significant disruptions for daily commuters. The blockade followed complaints about the deteriorating road surface, which residents described as hazardous for travel.
Local authorities reported that the protest was organized by transport unions representing over 200 operators. They cited the lack of maintenance work on the 12-kilometer stretch as the primary reason for the action. The road, which connects Nairobi's Kasarani area to Mwiki, has been under scrutiny for months due to potholes and uneven surfaces.
Residents cited deteriorating road conditions as the reason for the blockade. A union representative stated, "The current state of the road poses a serious risk to passengers and cargo. We've raised this issue repeatedly with the county government, but no tangible action has been taken." The protest occurred despite a recent county government announcement about upcoming infrastructure upgrades.
