truck Stories

Truck operators decry arbitrary arrests by police for refusing to pay bribes
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 19, 2025

The Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure, chaired by Ndia MP George Kariuki, expressed concern over the allegations, blaming law enf...

Kenyan truckers accuse govt of failing to secure release of six detained drivers in South Sudan
Amina Wako  |  May 23, 2025

Truckers argue that drivers from Kenya and other neighbouring countries frequently find themselves imprisoned over minor infractions, which is largely...

Relief for truckers as KPA suspends Mombasa’s Sh700 port parking fee
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 18, 2025

The levies, introduced last year, had been met with opposition from traders and transporters, who argued they were imposed without consultation.

Matatus, trucks among vehicles targeted in planned road toll fees
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 13, 2025

Chirchir explained that the classification of vehicles subject to toll fees would be reviewed periodically based on economic factors and technological...

Truckers stage strike, bring operations at Mombasa Port to a standstill over illegal fees
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 30, 2025

The strike has brought operations at the port to a standstill, with no trucks moving in or out and no cargo being cleared.

Kenyan truck drivers reject deal, prolonging standoff at South Sudan border
Amina Wako  |  Dec 09, 2024

The impasse, now in its twelfth day, stems from unresolved grievances over extortion, arbitrary arrests, and insecurity faced by drivers along the Jub...

Kilifi County withdraws truck operation restrictions after drivers' strike
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 07, 2024

The decision came after they went on strike on Saturday, causing severe transport disruptions along the Malindi-Garsen Highway.

Uganda slashes out truck drivers' fee for Kenya in new agreement
Barack Oduor  |  May 24, 2024

Following concerns raised by farmers and affected drivers, KNCCI convened a meeting that involved officials from the State Department of Trade in Keny...

Job prospects as Isuzu secures deal to distribute UD trucks
Rading Biko  |  Mar 05, 2024

The company will oversee assembly, sales, and aftersales support for UD Trucks in the country.

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