Hard truths.
Murkomen explained that while the boda boda sector has become a major source of employment for youths nationwide, insufficient regulation has caused disorder and insecurity due to unregistered riders and lack o...
Governor Sakaja explained that each sacco will be assigned a different colour, which will be displayed on the riders’ jackets, with the sacco name clearly printed. He added that City Hall intends to set a speci...
Speaking in Kisii County on Friday, Murkomen directed police officers to hunt down criminals hiding in the boda boda sector and ensure that all operators are licensed in line with the law.
Riders will also be required to join Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) and form stage chamas. These measures aim to instill discipline, strengthen sector regulation, and promote financial respon...
The riders are particularly opposed to a plan to introduce 47 county-level Motorcycle Transport and Safety Boards despite the existence of the National Transport and Safety Authority.
The report, titled The Booming Boda Boda Sector, shows that the sector now contributes 4.4% to Kenya’s GDP in 2025, up from 3.4% recorded the previous year.