Police Inspector General Douglas Kanja has ordered flashy and customized matatus locally known as ‘Nganyas’ to cease their lawlessness on the roads. The police have begun arresting operators and warned that no stone will be left unturned to restore order. “The people of Kenya are free to do their business, but they must do their
Dr Luchetu Likaka The tragic death of a young student allegedly thrown from a moving Nicco Sacco matatu along Thika Road is not an isolated incident. It is the latest chapter in a long and disturbing pattern of violence, recklessness, and impunity that has become normalized within sections of Kenya’s public transport industry. Reports indicate
President William Ruto has directed the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) to facilitate an enabling environment that allows matatu operators to continue using artwork and graffiti on their vehicles, while ensuring safety and respect for other road users. Speaking at a press briefing in Mombasa, Ruto said the government recognizes the important role of
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