The flashy and well-known Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Moneyfest has sparked widespread criticism after it was caught blatantly breaking traffic rules along Magadi Road heading toward Ongata Rongai.
Videos and images circulating on social media show the vehicle overtaking dangerously, ignoring road regulations, and allowing passengers to ride unsafely on its rooftop.
Many Kenyans took to social media to voice their concerns and frustrations, with some tying the matatu’s behavior to its ownership and alleged connections to Kenya’s First Family.
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Kenyans React
Haman ?????????? (@DaviesKaregz) criticized the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) for its perceived inaction, warning:
“NTSA will apply selective amnesia & pretend such never happened. But when it causes a major accident, they will be all over pointing fingers blaming the victim. This vehicle needs to be impounded, number plates and PSV license stripped for good, and the driver taken to court ASAP.”
Dr. Mwangi (@LockofAce) noted the sense of impunity surrounding the matatu due to its alleged ownership: “Kila mtu hupanda hii gari ako na shida knowing who owns it…in as much as it is a GK vehicle, the driver can choose to not break traffic rules, lakini kiburi ni mingi.”
Another user, Fundi (@gichu), lamented the favouritism apparently afforded to the Moneyfest: “Moneyfest is the only matatu that can pass through Parliament Road with such kind of noise and nothing will happen. Kenya ikona wenyewe walai.”
Brian Okello (@BrianOchieng22) stated the danger posed to passengers seen on top of the vehicle: “I feel very sorry for the two gentlemen on top. If that vehicle had stopped abruptly, that would have been their end.”
Kenyans also pointed out that the Moneyfest is not an isolated case. Reckless driving and bribery are common along Magadi Road, especially near Maasai Lodge, where traffic police are often accused of collecting bribes instead of enforcing laws.
As one user remarked: “This is normal… the daily occupation of the numerous traffic police gangsters along this road is to collect bribes.”
Many believe that matatus like Moneyfest, regardless of their connections, should face the same consequences as any other vehicle breaking the law.
First Lady Praises Moneyfest
Moneyfest is rumoured to be owned by someone closely linked to President William Ruto’s family, although official records remain unclear.
This connection has fueled accusations of impunity, with critics alleging that traffic police and NTSA officers turn a blind eye to its violations.
The matatu previously gained public attention when First Lady Rachel Ruto endorsed it as a symbol of youth empowerment.
She lauded the vehicle's flashy design and message of hope, underscoring her belief in supporting innovative youth initiatives.
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