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It’s loud, colorful, chaotic—and incredibly lucrative for some. Nairobi’s matatu industry is experiencing a boom like never before, attracting a wave of new investors eager to cash in on the craze. But beneath the flashing neon lights and booming music lies a deeper question: is this business really creating “Matatu Millionaires,” or is it just a risky hustle with more hype than payoff?
In this special report, TV47’s Gilbert Rono takes you on an exclusive ride through the backstreets, garages, and boardrooms of the capital’s most flamboyant transport culture. Discover the real cost of success in an industry where the stakes are as high as the volume. #MatatuMillionaires #TV47Kenya #NairobiMatatus #GilbertRono #TransportBusiness #KenyaNews #UrbanCulture #MatatuLife
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Matatu Millionaires: Nairobi’s flashy transport boom – Goldmine or Gamble?
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