Tag: Commuter
Standing in an Electric Bus Is Not Overloading: BasiGo’s Francis Explains What Many Kenyans Still Don’t Understand About City Buses
Why do some electric buses allow standing passengers? BasiGo's Francis Mungai explains passenger-load testing, ventilation, battery safety and the differences between city buses and conventional diesel matatus in Kenya.
Beyond Luxury Cars: How Afriwide Is Redefining Executive Transportation Across Africa
Afriwide Executive Services founder Godfrey Nungari explains the hidden logistics of executive transportation across Africa, from Nairobi's traffic challenges and airport transfers to luxury convoys, professional drivers and the future of electric mobility.
Nairobi’s Major Roads Explained: The Corridors That Keep the City Moving
From Thika Road and Waiyaki Way to Mombasa Road, Jogoo Road and Nairobi's bypasses, these major transport corridors form the backbone of movement across the capital.
It’s 5:30 PM and Your Matatu Is Nowhere to Be Seen — What Happens to Nairobi’s PSVs at Rush Hour?
At 3pm your matatu may be easy to find. By 5:30pm, the queue is growing and vehicles seem to have disappeared. Here is what actually happens to Nairobi's matatus during rush hour.
NTSA Wants to Change Kenya’s Matatu Culture — Drivers and SACCOs Are Going Back to Class
NTSA has begun a nationwide programme targeting more than 4,000 PSV drivers, operators and SACCO officials as it seeks to move Kenya’s matatu industry towards safer, more professional and passenger-focused operations.
Taxi Laws in Kenya: Driver, Vehicle and Passenger Rules
Taxi laws in Kenya regulate conventional taxis, private-hire vehicles and app-based transport. Here are the key rules covering drivers, vehicles, passengers, fares and NTSA requirements.
Nicco Movers Licence Suspended After 45 Vehicles Fail Safety Inspections
NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 1 — Nicco Movers has been ordered to halt passenger operations after the Transport Licensing Appeals...
Ruaka to JKIA: Best Routes to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Travelling from Ruaka to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) means crossing a significant part of the Nairobi metropolitan area,...
Heavy Evening Traffic Builds on Airport North Road Towards Syokimau and Katani Road
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 25 — Motorists using Airport North Road and connections towards Syokimau and Katani Road are facing...
Back-to-School Rush Slows Thika Road, Jogoo Road and Nairobi CBD
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 25 — Motorists and public transport passengers experienced delays on several Nairobi roads Tuesday morning as...
Kenya Moves to Write E-Mobility Law as Electric Buses and Charging Networks Expand
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 25 — Kenya is moving to develop a dedicated E-Mobility Bill and supporting regulations, marking a...
BasiGo Reveals How Electric Buses Are Tested for Range, Load Capacity and Safety Before Hitting Kenyan Roads
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 24 — BasiGo is subjecting its electric buses to extensive load, range, braking and suspension tests...
