The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has impounded Moneyfest, a flashy matatu owned by President William Ruto’s son, George Ruto, following yet another blatant traffic violation.
This time, the Nairobi CBD–Rongai route matatu was filmed driving on the wrong side of the road, endangering other motorists and causing an uproar both on the roads and online.
In a statement released on Thursday, January 9, 2025, NTSA said, “We thank you for bringing this to our attention. The two PSVs are at the Police Station for processing and further action.”
But this isn’t the first time Moneyfest has found itself in trouble for breaking traffic laws.
Back in November 2024, the same matatu was caught on camera reversing at a roundabout and driving on the wrong side of the road to dodge traffic, creating chaos for law-abiding motorists.
While other drivers complied with traffic regulations to avoid penalties, Moneyfest’s driver has consistently flouted the rules with impunity.
Both incidents were witnessed by traffic officers, whose lack of action drew heavy criticism.
Many questioned whether the rules apply equally to all or if some drivers are shielded by the high-profile ownership of their vehicles.
Kenyans have taken to social media, expressing frustration over what they see as a culture of impunity on the roads.
Calls for stricter enforcement of traffic laws, regardless of status or connections, have grown louder in the wake of this latest incident.
The video of Moneyfest’s reckless driving has reignited debates about road safety and the need for accountability, with citizens demanding that NTSA and traffic police step up their game.
Both Moneyfest and the other offending matatu are now parked at the police station as NTSA processes their cases.
For a vehicle that has made headlines for all the wrong reasons, many are watching closely to see if the authorities will finally hit the brakes on its antics—or if it will soon be back on the road, flaunting the rules yet again.
