# Huanta province protests in Peru

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/huanta-province-protests-in-peru
> Updated: 2026-09-28T10:00:28.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2.

In Huanta province, Peru, a widespread strike occurred on August 31 to protest rising fuel prices, public insecurity, and extortion targeting transport workers. Organized by the Frente de Defensa del Pueblo de Huanta and affiliated groups, the strike paralyzed most economic and commercial activities, including the suspension of public transportation and the closure of markets and businesses.

Protesters also demanded justice regarding the disappearance of teacher Yenifer Cerdán Fernández and called for investigations into alleged corruption within the Red de Salud Ayacucho Norte (UERSAN). Demonstrators blocked the Ayacucho–Huanta–Vraem highway, and local leaders indicated that protest measures may escalate if demands for security and economic relief are not met by authorities.

## Claims

- The transport union Piston blames the US-Israel war on Iran for rising fuel prices. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Organisers estimated that at least 70,000 drivers and operators would participate in the strike. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Protesters are demanding fuel prices be reduced to 55 pesos ($0.88) per litre. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- National police spokesman Allen Rae Co reported that 8,643 police personnel were deployed to assist commuters. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Department of Transportation provided free rides to passengers on Tuesday. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The group Manibela suspended its strike on Tuesday to hold a dialogue with the Land Transportation Office. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: Philippines transport strike protests rising fuel prices

Thousands of Philippine transport workers, led by Piston and Manibela, are striking to protest rising fuel prices and demand tax relief on petroleum products.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-transport-strike-thousands-of-drivers-protest-rising-fuel-prices

### 2026-08-31: Huanta province undergoes strike against extortion and fuel price hikes

A strike in Huanta, Peru, paralyzed commercial activities and transportation on August 31 to protest fuel price hikes, extortion, and public insecurity.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/huanta-province-undergoes-strike-against-extortion-and-fuel-price-hikes

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