President Uhuru Kenyatta has ordered the cessation of all movement into and out of the counties of Nairobi, Kajiado, Machakos, Kiambu and Nakuru effective Saturday, March 27, 2021. Fares hiked in NakuruRead MoreFare from Nakuru to Nairobi doubled on Friday evening after President Uhuru Kenyatta announced a collective lockdown on five counties considered as hotspots for Covid-19 infections. Most public transport saccos were charging between Sh1,500 and Sh2,000 from Nakuru to Nairobi from the usual Sh600. Several passengers have been stranded at the Kisii bus terminus after President Uhuru Kenyatta announced cessation of movement to five counties. President Uhuru announced the closure of all learning institutions except for students undertaking KCSE and those in medical school.

Source: Standard Digital March 26, 2021 16:52 UTC