Negotiations on Monday, the first day of the strike, failed to reach an agreement despite the government agreeing to lower the diesel price by about 10 shillings a litre. Transport operators had sought a deeper 46-shilling-per-litre reduction in the price of diesel, the main fuel they use.

"Personal data is not a resource like any other. It concerns individuals' privacy, identity, dignity, freedom and security," Adom said, describing it as "a major issue of sovereignty."

Since adopting the grafting technology, she has regained confidence after finding what she believes is a lasting solution to the destructive tomato wilt disease.