Protesters light bonfires during public transport strike in Kenya over fuel prices

Protests erupted in Nairobi as a nationwide public transport strike began in response to rising fuel prices. Commuters were stranded in various suburbs and the city center remained deserted. Kenya's fuel prices hit a record high, with diesel increasing by 23.5% and petrol by 8%. The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry warned that the increased prices would affect all commodities and services in the country. Schools opted for online learning due to safety concerns.