Nairobi boda boda Stories

How Sakaja plans to tackle traffic congestion in City with new enforcement unit
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 03, 2024

Traffic jams in Nairobi are now estimated to cost the Kenyan economy Sh100 billion every year, which would translate to about Sh11 million per hour.

Security operation in Eastleigh after spate of killings makes residents jittery
Soreti Kadir  |  Nov 23, 2024

Some argue that the ongoing raids seem to target communities that already face huge vulnerabilities in the country, mainly refugees and asylum seekers...

Boda boda rider charged with violently robbing DCI officer in Mihang'o
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 29, 2024

Irungu was walking home at around 4 am when he was attacked and robbed of his gun by two men on a motorcycle who were armed with knives while walking...

Boda boda riders to undergo mandatory training after Machakos assault incident
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 07, 2024

The decision was revealed by BAK National Executive Chairman Kevin Bwire Mubadi, following a disturbing incident involving a bodaboda rider in Machako...

Boda boda fare disparity: Why rides in upcountry cost half as much as Nairobi
Alfred Onyango  |  Sep 14, 2024

Market analyst and investor Mihr Thakar argues that the disparity is largely on the back of supply and demand prospects.

Digital boda boda riders call for new legislation to regulate sector
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 14, 2024

They are asking for fair pricing, equitable commissions, and fair contract terms.

Boda boda chairman highlights advantages of new savings trust for informal sector workers
Mary Wambui  |  Sep 10, 2024

The scheme will also be strengthened by the government through incentives to ensure sustainable and inclusive sector-specific saving schemes to achiev...

New initiative to ease licensing costs for boda boda riders, reduce road fatalities
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 23, 2024

The campaign intends to encourage more boda boda operators to obtain licenses, hence reducing traffic fatalities.

Bodaboda officials meet security team after recent spate of violence in Isiolo
Waweru Wairimu  |  Aug 18, 2024

Four people were injured in Thursday's confrontations between two groups of about 40 bodaboda riders which were triggered by a fight between two opera...

Nairobi County moves to tame 'Kanjos', streamline bodaboda industry
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 31, 2024

To get rid of impostors, City Hall has instructed all the inspectorate offices under the bodaboda compliance and enforcement team to put on the approp...

Government tightens boda boda regulations amid surge in road fatalities
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 14, 2024

In 2024 alone, 356 boda boda riders lost their lives in road accidents, with an equal number of crashes reported from January 1 to April 20, according...

Gatundu MP Gabriel Kagombe released on cash bail of Sh1 million
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jun 07, 2024

The prosecution accused him of committing the crime in contravention of Section 203, as read with Section 204 of the Penal Code.

Mwaura calls for stricter gun issuance rules to curb misuse
Vincent Ombati  |  Jun 05, 2024

Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura noted that not everyone is entitled to hold a firearm, though those who keep them are motivated by the desire to...

Court orders mental assessment of Gatundu MP Kagombe accused of murder
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jun 03, 2024

Kagombe will be detained at the Muthaiga Police Station pending the tests and his subsequent appearance before the court.

Inside NTSA efforts to curb rising cases of boda boda accidents on Kenyan roads
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 28, 2024

The authority will introduce anti-lock braking systems and set new safety standards for helmets and hazard signs.

Detectives raise alarm over boda boda theft syndicate in Mombasa
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 20, 2024

According to police, the stolen motorcycles are disassembled and their engines sold to boat operators.

Kwale boda boda riders warned against unlicensed operations
Mishi Gongo  |  Apr 30, 2024

The police boss says many learn how to ride from their friends and end up operating without licences, increasing the risk of accidents.

Garissa transport sector embraces e-mobility in fight against global warming
Issa Hussein  |  Apr 23, 2024

They say that a decreased reliance on fuel marks a historic moment for Kenya and will help address the challenge of high fuel prices.

Boda boda, tuk tuk operators decry harassment, discrimination by traffic officers
Mishi Gongo  |  Apr 07, 2024

Operators from the Mvindeni stage called for leniency from traffic officers when adjudicating accidents involving motorcycles and other vehicles.

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