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A look back at how Nairobi’s matatu scene evolved from DVD-screen entertainment and loud music in the early 2000s into today’s high-tech Nganya culture.
They are known for wild screams, pimped vehicles, decorative artwork, youthful crew, some with funny names, tinted windows, loud music and reckless driving now commonly known as manyoka.
Taranganya High School in Migori has launched a tree nursery project to boost forest cover, support environmental conservation and generate income for student sponsorships.
Nganyas define the Kenyan culture and are some of the most memorable sites in Kenya; I guess more than the Big 5.
A video of foreigners dancing and twerking in a rented matatu has gone viral, reigniting conversations about Kenya’s vibrant matatu culture and its appeal to international visitors.
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