The Matatu Owners Association has assured the public that public transport services will continue normally during the planned Gen Z memorial protests.
Addressing the media on Wednesday, June 24, Chairman Albert Karakacha affirmed the Association’s solidarity with the victims’ families and urged matatu owners, drivers, and conductors to continue serving commuters.
The assurance on continued transport services comes ahead of the June 25 commemoration, marking the anniversary of the 2024 Gen Z-led protests.
“Matatu operations will continue as normal while respecting the constitutional rights of all citizens and public safety,” Matatu Owners Association Chairman Albert Karakacha directed on June 24 during an interview with Citizen TV.
The association moved to calm fears of possible disruptions to transport services, urging matatu owners, drivers, conductors, and other transport workers to remain peaceful and continue serving the public responsibly.
According to the Association, the public transport sector remains committed to serving the public while respecting the constitutional rights of all citizens.
The association emphasized that matatu operations will proceed as usual, even as Kenyans exercise their rights through lawful demonstrations.
Maintenance of the transport services, according to the Association, will support economic activities and ensure citizens can access workplaces, businesses, and other essential services.
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Commitment to Safety
Even as operations continue, matatu owners emphasized that safety remains a top priority for passengers, transport workers, businesses, and the wider public.
The association strongly condemned all forms of violence, vandalism, arson, looting, and destruction of property that may arise during protests or public gatherings.
“The safety and well-being of our passengers, transport workers, vehicles, businesses, and the public remain the foremost priority,” the Association chairperson noted.
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Matatu Owners Association Call for Peace and Dialogue
The Association has called on all stakeholders, including citizens, community leaders, civil society, businesses, and government agencies, to uphold peace and engage in peaceful resolutions.
According to the association, collaboration among all parties will be crucial in addressing national concerns while safeguarding public safety and economic stability.
Further, the Matatu Owners Association maintained that peaceful engagement and adherence to the law remain the best path toward strengthening justice, accountability, and national unity.
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