THE KILLER RIDE

It cannot be denied that boda bodas have some advantages, as they are convenient and they have provided jobs to thousands of youths. However these benefits have blinded us from the big picture which is that if not controlled, hospitals will continue to be filled with accident victims and the traffic situation will get out of hand.

MANAGING RISK ON OUR ROADS

A high percentage of people use Road transport in their day to day life, therefore it is very important to learn how to manage risk on our roads.  Road transport is one of the most hazardous sectors in the country.  Effective management of related road safety helps reduce the risk.  I know most people will say these are things they are aware of, but just to ask a question if you are aware of them how often do you practice what you know?

EBOLA TALK

Since the outbreak of Ebola in West Africa a lot has been done and said by people in different levels. Part of this talk has been personal opinions from people.  As we all know opinion represent someone’s view but it doesn’t necessarily mean it is the truth of the matter.  As much as the virus has put most people on alert most of the times people find themselves saying things that need not to be said.  I believe the countries that have been affected are doing all they can to contain the virus and therefore they should not be crucified.

DANGER ZONES 2014

It is good to beware of the most dangerous areas so as to be alert; according to the findings by the security experts, they have given areas that are known to be danger zones in the country.  This doesn’t mean that the other notorious areas are safe but it is just an indication that crimes around these areas are very high.  As you may notice the report doesn’t include all counties but it doesn’t also mean that there are no crimes in the counties not listed. Prevalent crimes in the areas listed below include carjacking, robberies, rape, assault, burglary, theft and kidnappings e.t.c.

THE DON'TS WHILE IN NAIROBI

While in Nairobi there are several things you need to avoid doing not to get into trouble, below are a few of the don’ts

THE MOST DANGEROUS RECREATIONAL SITES IN NAIROBI

Parks are very good places for relaxing and even holding picnics, but since most parks are free to enter for the public, criminals  take advantage of that and they always hang around such places to target the victims.  Be wary of these parks in Nairobi, as thugs love to gather and work there.  

NAIROBI'S MOST DANGEROUS MATATU TERMINI

As a commuter at a matatu terminus all you would think about is how to get to your intended destination and have some rest. In broad daylight or in darkness nothing seems to scare them as they roam in strategic sections like bus termini to rob passengers of valuables with little if any resistance.  Criminals target matatu termini because they know that when people are traveling they tend to carry extra money and also they may get a little confused because of the luggage and commotion.  The most dangerous matatu termini in Nairobi are: