World Bank Backs Change in How Kenyans Pay Fare

If successfully implemented, the reforms could transform how public transport works in the country, easing fare payment among thousands of commuters...

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The World Bank is set to fund the creation of Kenya's Integrated Automated Fare Collection System (KIAFCS), a major initiative aimed at modernizing public transport in the Nairobi Metropolitan Area.

The system will enable electronic fare payments across various transport modes, including commuter rail, buses, and matatus, moving away from cash transactions.
Key organizations involved include the World Bank, providing technical assistance and strategic support, and the Ministry of Transport, which is overseeing the project and organized a recent training workshop.
The project is slated for an initial rollout on the busy Nairobi-Thika commuter rail line, promising more efficient, sustainable, and commuter-friendly mobility.

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