Fuel Crisis Pushes Transport Workers Into Economic Hardship, Says Motorists Association of Kenya

The Motorists Association of Kenya has raised alarm over the worsening economic hardships facing transport workers across the country, blaming the continued rise in fuel prices for the growing crisis in the sector.
In a statement issued on May 27, the association said it stands in solidarity with matatu drivers and conductors, truck drivers, long-distance transporters, light cargo operators and support crews who are struggling to cope with the high cost of operations.

According to the association, many drivers and conductors are being left with minimal earnings after paying daily fuel costs and remitting vehicle owner targets. In some cases, workers reportedly remain with as little as Ksh 500 after an entire day’s labour.
The association further noted that the harsh economic situation has pushed some transport workers to sleep inside the vehicles they operate, while prolonged absence from home has contributed to family strain, emotional distress and social instability.
MAK said the well-being of drivers and transport workers is directly linked to the stability of the country’s transport sector and economy, adding that most vehicle owners also support dignified working conditions for their crews.

The association has now called for urgent dialogue among stakeholders and appealed to the government and relevant authorities to address the fuel pricing burden and introduce practical interventions to protect transport operators and workers from continued economic distress.

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