Metro Trans Suspends Operations Amid June 25 Protests
The bus operator also issued an apology to its customers for any inconvenience caused by the one-day service disruption.
Marvin Chege 
Metro Trans announced on Tuesday, June 24, that it would temporarily halt its operations on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, because of the ongoing protests.
In a public notice, the company confirmed that regular services are expected to resume on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
The bus operator also issued an apology to its customers for any inconvenience caused by the one-day service disruption.
Metro Trans explained that the move was driven by concerns over the safety of its passengers, employees, and business partners.
A Metro Trans matatu in Nairobi CBD. /METRO TRANS
"Dear Clients, Partners, and Staff, We wish to inform you that our operations will be temporarily suspended on Wednesday due to the planned demonstrations. Normal services will resume on Thursday, 26th June 2025," the statement read in part.
"We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. The safety of our clients, partners, and staff remains our highest priority."
Metro Trans made its announcement shortly after various institutions began taking precautionary measures ahead of the nationwide protests.
At the same time, several Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) encountered difficulties on Wednesday morning as police erected roadblocks on major routes leading into Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD).
Officers set up barricades for random checks along key roads, including Ngong Road, Jogoo Road, Mombasa Road, and Kiambu Road.
Commuters were required to disembark for security screenings, while drivers were asked to present relevant documentation.
The roadblocks also forced many passengers to walk the rest of the way, as vehicles were denied entry into the CBD.
