Tag: Public Transport Kenya

Bolt Launches Bolt Plus in Kenya: What KSh 280 Monthly Subscription Means for Passengers

Bolt has launched Bolt Plus in Kenya, offering up to 10% ride cashback, priority driver matching and free deliveries for KSh 280 monthly. Here is what passengers should know.

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.

Ruto Announces KSh5 Billion SGR Extension From Voi to Tanzania

President William Ruto has announced plans for a KSh5 billion SGR extension from Voi through Mwatate, Bura, Mwakitau and Taveta towards Tanzania, targeting passenger and cargo transport.

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...

Kenya Railways Adds Special Nairobi–Mombasa SGR Trains as Passenger Demand Rises

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 31 — Kenya Railways has added special Madaraka Express train services between Nairobi and Mombasa as...

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...