matatu

Noun

Meaning

matatu (plural matatus or matatu)

(Kenya) A minivan used as a share taxi, especially one operating without a licence.
Synonyms: (Tanzania) daladala, (Sheng slang) mathree

Examples

The accident happened when a matatu they were travelling in to Eldoret collided with a lorry headed towards the opposite direction killing the four instantly. Source: Internet

Sharon Shally, a Mombasa Based gospel singer was on Saturday night ambushed by a gang of thugs who attacked her as she was waiting for a Matatu near Nyali, Mombasa at around 7.30 pm. Source: Internet

However, the firm also gives free masks to members of the public including local boda boda riders and Matatu crew. Source: Internet

Public transport within Kigali is exclusively by taxi minibus ( matatu ) routes, connecting the main hubs of Mu (Mujyi) in the city centre, Nyabugogo, Kacyiru, Kimironko and Remera. Source: Internet

However, many of the matatu vehicles have had their speed governors disabled, which is evident by them travelling at speeds well over convert. Source: Internet

Matatus in Nairobi were easily distinguishable by their extravagant paint schemes, as owners would paint their matatu with various colourful decorations, such as their favourite football team or hip hop artist. Source: Internet

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