The Operations of matatu public transport sector in Nairobi: A Case study of South 'B' to City Centre Route
Abstract
This study sought to inquire into the operational
characteristics of matatu mode of public
transport in the process of providing public transport
in Nairobi. The study was carried out during 1988 -
1989 academic year at the University of Nairobi.
The findings were that matatu mode of transport
has proved its viability to participate effectively
in the public transport sector of Nairobi. The study
shows that overloading, chaotic parking And accidents
in matatu services are by and is a clear manifestation
of the current urban development taking place in
Nairobi. The Matatu Operators were however found
guilty of the prevailing high rate of indiscipline in the
the services.
The study also found that the established potential
viability of matatu services is a factor 10hich
if effectively planned and cordinated with other public
transport modes, can go along way in solving the
present and future public transport service problems in
Nairobi. The factors which seem to justify their
viability included; their complementary role in providing
commuter services, their ability to generate direct
or indirect employment opportunities, the expected
future growth of Nairobi and their unique operational
characteristic which enables them to be operated at
higher frequencies than the formal Urban Buses.
Citation
DEGREE OF MASTER OF ARTS IN PLANNINGPublisher
University Of Nairobi
Description
A Thesis Submitted In Part Fulfillment
For The Degree Of Master Of Arts (planning),
Department Of Urban And Regional Planning
University Of Nairobi