The Online Kenyan Logo

The Online Kenyan

K
Originally published by Kenyans
📰 Read Full Article
top
May 22, 2026
12h ago

Ruto Stops NTSA Move to Ban Graffiti on Matatus

Ruto Stops NTSA Move to Ban Graffiti on Matatus

Speaking in Mombasa, Ruto wondered what drove the NTSA to ban the graffiti, which he described as part of the country's unique culture...

✨ Key Highlights

President William Ruto has ordered the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) to suspend its planned ban on artistic expressions and features on matatus. The directive follows discussions with public transport operators in Mombasa on May 22.

  • The ban would have affected matatu graffiti, decorative artwork, and tinted windows, a move recently approved by the High Court.
  • The decision was made by President William Ruto after meeting with public transport operators.
  • The NTSA is now tasked with creating an "enabling environment" for operators to continue using artwork and graffiti while ensuring safety and respect for other road users.

Continue Reading

Read the complete article from Kenyans

📰 Read Full Article
Advertisement

Related News

Ruto’s interventions to cushion matatu operators, strike officially called off
top10h ago

Ruto’s interventions to cushion matatu operators, strike officially called off

A nationwide matatu strike over rising fuel costs has been officially called off following extensive consultations between President William Ruto and transport stakeholders in Mombasa.

K
KBC Top Stories
📰 Read Full Story
Ruto Orders EPRA to Make Fuel Price Cut, Sets Deadline
top12h ago

Ruto Orders EPRA to Make Fuel Price Cut, Sets Deadline

President William Ruto has ordered a Ksh10 price cut on diesel for the June-July period to stabilize pump prices and ease the burden on consumers. This decision follows discussions with public transport operators regarding recent fuel price increases.

K
Kenyans
📰 Read Full Story
Arsenal fans in Kenya set for nationwide Champions League watch parties
Video

Arsenal fans in Kenya set for nationwide Champions League watch parties

C
Citizen TV (Youtube)
23h ago
President William Ruto begins Coast tour issuing title deeds in Mombasa residents
Video

President William Ruto begins Coast tour issuing title deeds in Mombasa residents

N
NTV Kenya (Youtube)
23h ago
Ruto launches Coast land drive, issues 33,000 title deeds and pledges mass resettlement
Video

Ruto launches Coast land drive, issues 33,000 title deeds and pledges mass resettlement

C
Citizen TV (Youtube)
1d ago
Ruto issues 33,000 title deeds in Coast tour, pledges 200,000 more
top1d ago

Ruto issues 33,000 title deeds in Coast tour, pledges 200,000 more

President William Ruto has issued more than 33,000 title deeds to residents drawn from Lamu, Tana River, Kilifi, Mombasa, Kwale and Taita-Taveta counties.

T
The Standard
📰 Read Full Story
Advertisement