The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is reviewing video footage related to the vehicle fire on Thika Road during Monday's protests. This investigation focuses on incidents of violence and property destruction.A black Mazda CX-5 was set on fire in Githurai amid demonstrations linked to a nationwide transport strike over rising
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Githurai Protests Erupt as Matatu Strike Paralyzes Thika Road
On Monday morning, May 18, 2026, protesters set a vehicle ablaze in Githurai as demonstrations against the nationwide matatu strike escalated along Thika Road.Transport operators and residents demanded an immediate reversal of recent fuel price hikes and significant reforms to the government-to-government (G2G) fuel import program, which they believe has