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Infographics29 January 2025 - 15:24

Kenyans main mode of transport to work

Private cars were more commonly used in urban areas at 6.0% and 1.4% in rural areas.

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by Hillary Bett
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According to the KNBS report, walking was the predominant mode of transport to work, with 72.7 per cent of Kenyans walking to work, with rural areas recording the highest percentage (82.5%) compared to urban areas (53.4%).

Public Transport (Matatu/PSV/Bus) was more common in urban areas (26.7%) compared to rural areas (4.9 %).

The use of Boda-bodas (Bicycles and Motorbikes) was popular in both rural and urban areas at 10.4 per cent and 10.9 per cent, respectively.

Private Cars were more commonly used in urban areas at 6.0 per cent and 1.4 per cent in rural areas.

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