The 2017 General Election has left many business closed [Photo/Hivisasa]
In Mombasa, matatu proprietors have been told to continue with their business as usual and reduce the fare of transport.
This comes as a result of the decrease in commuters needing transport forcing most vehicle owners to keep their vehicles at home.
According to Matatu Owners Association (MOA) coast coordinator Salim Mbarak, most commuters had opted to stay at home or leave the county in anticipation of the 2017 general election aftermath.
"There are matatus on the roads but it is unfortunate that there are no passengers," Mbarak said as reported by The Star.
Contrary to this, matatus that are currently operating have increased fare and have doubled prices to commute.
"Kenyans earn low wages and salaries. Hiking fares for them is not only immoral but also inhumane," Mbarak stated.
According to Mbarak, fare has even increased by 100 per cent in some. He asked residents to open their business in an effort to help alleviate tension.