NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 1 – The matatu strike that had been scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, has been suspended following consultations among key players in the public transport sector and security agencies.
In a statement on Sunday, the Federation of Public Transport Sector (FPTS) said the decision followed meetings involving matatu operators, boda boda operators, and security agencies, who agreed to halt the planned industrial action to allow dialogue to continue.
“As a result of the consultations, it was agreed that the matatu strike scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, be suspended to give dialogue a chance,” the federation said.
The suspension ensures that public transport services across the country will operate as usual, alleviating concerns over commuter disruptions at the start of the week.
FPTS added that broader consultations have been planned to work towards a lasting and amicable solution to the issues that prompted the strike notice.
The next phase of talks will bring together representatives of private vehicle owners, freight operators, coach operators, matatu operators, the National Police Service, and the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA).
The federation said the expanded discussions aim to address sector-wide concerns and ensure stability, safety, and efficiency within the transport industry.
