Kenya's public transport strike paused for talks after fuel prices rise

Public transport operators in Kenya have suspended a nationwide strike for one week to consult with the government.

This decision ends two days of protests that left four people dead and over 30 injured.

Talks collapsed on Monday as operators demanded lower fuel prices to ease transportation costs.

Commuters were stranded as vehicles stayed off the roads.

Protesters clashed with police and blocked major highways.

Kenya’s fuel prices hit a record high on Friday, blamed by the government on the Iran war.

Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen announced negotiations with fuel stakeholders within seven days to address the issue.