Guys,i have a query. i know most of you will tell me that a mat business is bad,but i want to give it a chance and this is not a joke. i love transport business and my heart is there,but i am not touching any taxi business hata,i tried once and as guys say 'iliniota kama moto'. i need advice on this. which is better? do i get a new mat ama i get an old one,use it kifogo kidogo mpaka it buy a new one? anyone who has been in this business? i have a very effective crue that is dependable on

fellwo SK members,i need wosia



I am more than a conqueror in Christ Jesus

This biz is good for those with time to manage it. if dont have the time then you might be giving someone an open cheque. Also get a new mat. An old one will also be very easy for fraud from the crew. and BTW dont talk of trusted crew they are all the same. Its only the magnitude of stealing that varies.

double eem

the business has risks,very true,many fall by the wayside and quit but there is a group that makes it.

i have buddies who have advised me to get a new Mat and put it on Long distnace routes like meru,Namanga. others have told me that since iam an office person and may not make it to always go and see whats happening and sort out any mess arising,the better altenative is to buy a second hand mat and put it in routes viewed as less profitable,routes with less police interference. Is there any SK guy who can advice us on this issue? i am very much interesetd,i have tried to wish away the desire but i find myself with passion to make it in this venture

SK person with experiebce and a word on this?


I am more than a conqueror in Christ Jesus

I have been in this thing since 2003 and it all boils down to management. For beginners you must have a mechanically sound vehicle. The newer the better for you will spend less time and money on repairs. Then you must get a crew with the right amount of experience,ie,adequate knowledge of mechanics,accident scene management,peculiar habits of law enforcers on the route of operation,commuter's travelling habits,the powers and jurisdiction of various extortion gangs and their members. Last but not least you must have an incentive plan in place to promote maximum returns. I.e bailing them out on traffic offences,giving the driver or the conductor well defined executive powers. You must know a good mechanic for repairs. It is mandatory for beginners to have mentors for atleast 3 months as they learn the ropes of trade.

Osama bin Laden

i hav a friend of mine his is a 29 seater very clean n well supped up,lakini its now on its 3rd engine and 2nd gearbox. Kenyan matatu drivers are a real mess.

He who fights and runs away,shall leave to fight another day.