Motorcycle drivers in Mogadishu staged a significant protest on the KM4 road on Wednesday, bringing traffic to a standstill.
The drivers were voicing their frustration over new federal taxes and levies imposed on their operations, which they argue are worsening their already difficult economic conditions.
The demonstration highlights the growing financial struggles faced by this community, which largely consists of young individuals relying on motorcycle transport for their livelihoods.
The protest underscores broader concerns about the impact of fiscal policies on vulnerable groups in the city although authorities are yet to respond to their demands.