Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa

The National Briefing · May 19, 2026 · 6m

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa

1.    Kenya- Nairobi

Kenya transport protests turn deadly as four killed in fuel price unrest

At least four people have been killed during nationwide transport protests in Kenya, the interior minister has confirmed, as anger over rising fuel prices paralysed major cities and exposed deep economic strain.

The unrest erupted on yesterday when public transport operators went on strike, forcing “matatu” minibuses off the roads and leaving…