Matatu
Sign in to savethumb|Riding in a Kenyan matatu – minibus size In Kenya, matatu or matatus (known as mathree in Sheng) are privately owned minibuses used as share taxis. Often decorated, many matatus feature portraits of famous people or slogans and sayings. Likewise, the music they play is also aimed at quickly attracting riders. Over 70% of commuter trips are taken using matatu in cities like Nairobi.
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Within Vinony's link graph, Matatu is referenced by 71 other articles, and connects out to share taxi, seat belt and Kenya.
Vinony files it under Public transport in Kenya and Share taxis.
Its subject is documented across 12 Wikipedia language editions.
Wikidata facts
- Subclass of
- share taxi
- Country
- Uganda
- Image
- MatatuMombasa.JPG
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- Commons category
- Matatus
- date of official opening
- 1992-00-00
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