‘Maandamano Tuesday’: Fuel prices, cost of living push opposition, Gen Z back to the streets

Linda Mwananchi leaders led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino at Mazembe Grounds, Nakuru. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Street protests are set to return tomorrow as activists push for lower fuel prices and a reduced cost of living. Premium Article Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive…

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NTSA Cracks Down on KD Plates Misuse With Tough New Rules

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has introduced new controls on dealer registration plates, popularly known as KD plates, to curb widespread misuse and tighten road safety enforcement. The transport regulator notes that these measures align with Section 24 of the Traffic Act, which regulates how dealers use general licenses. Under the new guidelines, NTSA…

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Parents Alert: New KNEC SMS Code Lets You Check Exam Registration Instantly

Parents can now verify the registration status of this year’s Grade Six, Grade Nine, and Form Four candidates through a newly launched SMS service. The Kenya National Examinations Council (Knec) introduced the platform to allow families to double-check crucial information for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA), Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), and…

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Kindiki Warns Against Fuel Protests, Says Demonstrations Won’t Lower Prices

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has cautioned against planned protests over rising fuel prices, moving to distance the government from responsibility for the hike. Speaking on Saturday at his residence in Irunduni, Kindiki argued that street demonstrations cannot lower pump prices, whereas strategic policy interventions can. He maintained that the solution lies in government action rather…

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“Reduce Fuel Costs or We Shut Down Kenya” – Gachagua Issues 7-Day Ultimatum to Ruto

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has issued a seven-day ultimatum to President William Ruto, demanding an immediate reduction in fuel prices. During a political rally in Dagoretti on Saturday, April 18, 2026, the former deputy president warned of nationwide protests and a total country shutdown if the government fails to comply. Gachagua…

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“Raila was Fed Up With Sifuna” – Oburu Accuses Sifuna of Sending Goons to Embarrass Raila in Kakamega

The public feud between Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Oburu Oginga and party Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has deepened, with Oginga explicitly rejecting any future collaboration with the Nairobi Senator. Oginga argues that Sifuna’s persistent lack of discipline and blatant disrespect toward party leadership have crippled his ability to function as the party’s spokesman. Oginga…

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Back to the streets: Opposition, Gen Z call for mass action over fuel prices, high cost of living

Linda Mwananchi leaders led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino at Mazembe Grounds, Nakuru. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Street protests are set to return tomorrow as activists push for lower fuel prices and a reduced cost of living. Premium Article Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive…

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