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KETechnology5/19/2026

With all due respect: Kaunda breaks silence after viral outburst

The article discusses a clash between Kennedy Kaunda, Chairperson of the Tour Guides Association, and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir during discussions aimed at resolving a nationwide matatu strike. The meeting took place on May 18, 2026, and was broadcasted live, with many Kenyans watching the developments.

Chairperson of the Tour Guides Association Kennedy Kaunda clashed with Transport CS Opiyo Wandayi on May 18,2026 after talks of a deal to end the transport sector strike yielded no agreement. [Screegrab]

After a day marked by long walks and transport paralysis caused by a nationwide matatu strike, many Kenyans remained glued to their television screens on Monday night awaiting the outcome of a crucial meeting between public service vehicle operators and the government.

Shortly after 9pm, Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir and Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi emerged from Nairobi’s Transcom House flanked by leaders of the transport sector to address the nation.

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With all due respect: Kaunda breaks silence after viral outburst

The article discusses a clash between Kennedy Kaunda, Chairperson of the Tour Guides Association, and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir during discussions aimed at resolving a nationwide matatu strike. The meeting took place on May 18, 2026, and was broadcasted live, with many Kenyans watching the developments.

Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of an event without apparent ideological framing or biased language. It reports on a public meeting involving officials and transport sector representatives without taking a stance or emphasizing any particular viewpoint.

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