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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Via AP news wire

Kenyan fuel strike suspended after 4 killed and more than 30 injured in protests

Kenya
  • Public transport operators in Kenya suspended a nationwide strike for one week to allow consultations with the government.
  • The two-day strike resulted in four deaths, over 30 injuries, and 348 arrests for participation in illegal protests.
  • Operators demanded reduced fuel prices after record highs, with diesel increasing by 23.5% and petrol by 8%.
  • The government attributed the price hikes to the Iran war, while the opposition blamed corrupt business practices.
  • Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen announced seven days of negotiations with fuel stakeholders, with operators threatening further action if no agreement is reached.

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A fuel strike in Kenya is suspended after 2 days of protests that left 4 people dead

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