Matatu Operators Protest Police Extortion, blocks Ngong road

Ngong Road was paralyzed Wednesday morning as matatu operators staged a protest against police extortion and brutality. Blocking the Junction Mall Roundabout, they claimed officers demand bribes up to five times daily, leading to massive traffic disruptions.

This protest follows a recent nationwide strike call by the Matatu Movement Kenya, citing similar grievances. Despite previous protests in 2023, operators say their concerns remain unaddressed. The standoff highlights ongoing tensions between police and public transport operators, with commuters and motorists bearing the brunt of the unrest.