Battle for Nairobi CBD: Matatu saccos VS Sakaja
After a decision to kick out matatu saccos from Nairobi CBD, a court battle has been going on between the matatu saccos and Governor Sakaja.
The affected matatu saccos included North Rift Luxury Shuttle, Madaraka Prestige, Transline, Great Rift Shuttle, Legacy Luxury, Kina 2015 Classic, Sasaline Classic Shuttle, Blue line, Team Swat and Transliner Galaxy.
The high court granted the operators' prayers to suspend Sakaja’s directive until the case is determined on December 13.
“The court issues an order to the effect that the current status quo in this matter shall be maintained up to December 13 when the matter comes for directions,” the judge ordered.
Through their lawyers, the saccos accused the county government of kicking them out of the CBD maliciously.
They argued that the move gave an unfair advantage to their rivals, especially because of the onset of the holiday season when Kenyans travel upcountry.
The matatus ferrying passengers to and from Nyanza, Western, North Rift, South Rift, and Central Rift will continue operating in the CBD until the case is heard and determined.
