The matatu culture is more than just transportation... Its more of an experience, hired for travels around Kenya, some hired for intimate local movie showcases, especially those with screens on every seat. It basically an easier avenue to promote the creative industry, that's why you would find someone paying slightly more(affordable thou to the common Kenyan) to ride in a more kitted out matatu than a quiet one because at the end of the day, we all know, it's a way in supporting ourselves as youths plus enjoy while doing it. That's why it's effortless.
You took the words right out of my mouth brother. thanks for the clear explanation of the culture. Remember even Kenya's president supported the art which honestly is very creative and unique. Very many reasons to love this country if one is patient enough.
Women in Kenya drive trucks, matatus, build roads, are in factories, even Maasai women build houses and so on. The only challenge we had was enough women being incorporated in the blue/white collar jobs but its not a problem anymore.
@@DSLSimiyu I've not seen any increase and I don't think it's good, women shouldn't have to do manual labor jobs in my opinion, and vast majority of women don't want to either.
"BOMAYE" is a Congolese/ Lingala term meaning "finish him". That what crowds in the Rumble in the jungle were shouting during the fight "Ali Bomaye" i.e Ali finish him.
Funny how what has mostly been considered a nuisance in Kenya has become globally recognized as part of Nairobi culture. 30 Years ago when I was a teenager Matatu culture was so big and there used to be competitions where the best matatu was rewarded. 20 years ago the government cracked down the industry to create some order. 10 years ago after order had been brought to the industry competition for customers has pushed the limits of what people are willing to invest to be number 1
4:35 When Ali fought George Foreman in Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of Congo) in 1974, the crowd shouted *"Ali Bomaye"* , which means "Ali kill him" (lol). You can hear it in _Ali Bomaye by The Game feat. Rick Ross & 2 Chainz_ . The fight was also the subject of the Fugees' song _Rumble In The Jungle_
5:47, it is boma ye,congolese swahili, meaning "Bomoa yeye" It is what the Congolese were chanting to Mohamed Ali during the famous Rumble in the jungle fight in 1974 between him and George Foreman, which Ali won, it means "destroy him"... the chant went "Ali... Boma Ye". It remains one of the greatest boxing bouts in history to date.
Well, about where you can get the bus mostly on any bus station in Nairobi. They carry different routes and therefore Matatus from every route try to outdo the other Matatus carrying different routes on the graphics. It's more of a culture and competition
It was what the Africans were chanting when Ali fought in Africa in Rumble in the Jungle. The Congolese chanted Ali bomoa yeye, but he heard Ali Bomaye.
I felt this video didn't do justice ..and yo about gender equality or fairness in opportunities in jobs and matatu industry in Kenya ain't a problem....If you have the skils and passion there are no limitations it's not an issue in Nairobi
That's more the rugged downtown area and not the City Centre. The Matatus are limited to certain streets and they don't park or drop off in the uptown areas.
Matatu culture is just de best and unique about our country but ALERT ALERT just have the exact money for bus fare coz this conductors out here are just ruthless don't give em a lot or you'll get a heart attack
The matatu culture is more than just transportation... Its more of an experience, hired for travels around Kenya, some hired for intimate local movie showcases, especially those with screens on every seat. It basically an easier avenue to promote the creative industry, that's why you would find someone paying slightly more(affordable thou to the common Kenyan) to ride in a more kitted out matatu than a quiet one because at the end of the day, we all know, it's a way in supporting ourselves as youths plus enjoy while doing it. That's why it's effortless.
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You took the words right out of my mouth brother. thanks for the clear explanation of the culture. Remember even Kenya's president supported the art which honestly is very creative and unique. Very many reasons to love this country if one is patient enough.
Women in Kenya drive trucks, matatus, build roads, are in factories, even Maasai women build houses and so on. The only challenge we had was enough women being incorporated in the blue/white collar jobs but its not a problem anymore.
The women that do that are a very small percentage though.
@@mrtnm121 true but the increase is very organic, so that's good
@@DSLSimiyu I've not seen any increase and I don't think it's good, women shouldn't have to do manual labor jobs in my opinion, and vast majority of women don't want to either.
@@mrtnm121 I know they don't have to but they must have the option to, not saying they should
@@DSLSimiyu I agree they should have the option
The experience itself in a nganya is one of a kind,after a rough day the music and comfort just makes u relax❤
"BOMAYE" is a Congolese/ Lingala term meaning "finish him". That what crowds in the Rumble in the jungle were shouting during the fight "Ali Bomaye" i.e Ali finish him.
Boma means kill
Ye means him
So Boma ye means Kill him!
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I am a Kenyan living in UK and I love your channel
Funny how what has mostly been considered a nuisance in Kenya has become globally recognized as part of Nairobi culture.
30 Years ago when I was a teenager Matatu culture was so big and there used to be competitions where the best matatu was rewarded. 20 years ago the government cracked down the industry to create some order. 10 years ago after order had been brought to the industry competition for customers has pushed the limits of what people are willing to invest to be number 1
It's rainy season here in Kenya, so the Matatus weren't at their cleanest.
She nailed the Matatu pronunciation 👍🏾
4:35 When Ali fought George Foreman in Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of Congo) in 1974, the crowd shouted *"Ali Bomaye"* , which means "Ali kill him" (lol). You can hear it in _Ali Bomaye by The Game feat. Rick Ross & 2 Chainz_ . The fight was also the subject of the Fugees' song _Rumble In The Jungle_
You finally did it!!!!!
Funny thing is that this matatus will maybe hold the top spot for a max of 3 months before another one takes its place
Stick issa must
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5:47, it is boma ye,congolese swahili, meaning "Bomoa yeye" It is what the Congolese were chanting to Mohamed Ali during the famous Rumble in the jungle fight in 1974 between him and George Foreman, which Ali won, it means "destroy him"... the chant went "Ali... Boma Ye". It remains one of the greatest boxing bouts in history to date.
😅 The slang name for matatu is Mathree, as in Ma3. Tatu is a swahili word meaning 3. So you can call them Matatu or Mathree.
The fare was three shillings
@@juxto6087 yes, thank you for adding that, very important
Nowadays it's nganya
@@juxto6087 3 cents not 3 shillings
@@juxto6087 3 cents as in 'Mapeni matatu'
Well, about where you can get the bus mostly on any bus station in Nairobi. They carry different routes and therefore Matatus from every route try to outdo the other Matatus carrying different routes on the graphics. It's more of a culture and competition
I love this couple 😍😍😍 🇰🇪
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This reaction is on another level😍
Matatu are a very unique part of Kenyas urban culture.
10:06 they park in line as they await passengers in their designated spot at off pick.
Ali Bomaye it's a chant Ali used when boxing.
It was what the Africans were chanting when Ali fought in Africa in Rumble in the Jungle. The Congolese chanted Ali bomoa yeye, but he heard Ali Bomaye.
The turn over of what Matatu is poppin is next level, am sure something else is poppin now 😅
We got more of this
Thankyou
Wow...
Outstanding reaction
but wakenya sii mseme vile simu hutolewa polepole mbona mjifanye matatu ni poa
1:36 perfect 👌👌
It's for sure a Kenyan thing, in Uganda we prior had a great bus system. Which seemed to have disappeared.
I enjoyed the show but i would like you to do a research of these matatus at night and see how crazy they get🤩🤩
Ya'll need to see this matatus at night. They be looking like spaceships
I felt this video didn't do justice ..and yo about gender equality or fairness in opportunities in jobs and matatu industry in Kenya ain't a problem....If you have the skils and passion there are no limitations it's not an issue in Nairobi
You didn't see the extra screens in the out side of alibomaye's bus
Women in Kenya pilot our largest airplanes too.... Search for 'Kenya Airways 787 Dreamgirls', 'women pilots kenya', 'kenya father daughter pilots' etc
Welcome to kenya
The Matatu name is called Ali Bomaye
That's more the rugged downtown area and not the City Centre. The Matatus are limited to certain streets and they don't park or drop off in the uptown areas.
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he waas trying to show you the screens installed outside the busses...they are more beautiful at night
Matatu culture is just de best and unique about our country but ALERT ALERT just have the exact money for bus fare coz this conductors out here are just ruthless don't give em a lot or you'll get a heart attack
Every route got their own matatu where they operate from
You are practically Kenyans 🇰🇪
If you get to see the matatus at night, that's when they come to life with all the lights blazing
When you come to KENYA make sure to ride on a matatu.
Funny thing
Night nurse and bomaye head to the same destination so technically u will meet her their
If you have the skills you have the skills of you don't you stay back and watch the pros do it
The matatus are parked according to routes thy operate ,,,some even got PS on them ,,,
Some of the matatus actually have a PS 5
It's not a wrap they're drawn n painted
rem the song Ali Buma e...
Its ALI BOMAYE 😂😂😂😂
Soul plane and Opposite are actully the sickest...i mean if you see them in person ,,meeeen!!!
Peanut butter seats😂😂
There are more new matatus with fire graphiti 2023
You can buy you one matatu it's only 81000 ud
hi your welcome to kenya you will see more pimp matatu than this 2023
Mimi hiyo rembo ya kitengela almost made me throw up. So rough 😂😂😂
We also call them ma3, tatu is 3 so mathree
@ Kenya254 imagine this guys are viewing our daily life Experience
Do you guys know your ancestry coz I think you might be Kenyans .I can show you atleast 2 people I know who look like you
The woman looks Nigerian
Yeah. They're definitely Bantu.
1:56 Ma + 3 ( three) = Mathree
The matatu you see on the roads some are driven by women
tatu means 3 so you can say ma3.
when you guyz visit kenya drinks on me
Eti matiti matatu. Ama nimeskiaje?
Funny though, I prefer riding in the more laid back quiet matatus
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Opposite
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Genesis
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There are only two things that will make me visit Kenya. Number 1 is to hear Swahili and 2nd is to see Maasai Mara..
For the sweetest swahili, go to the coast.
Number 3 on your list......should be to experience a Nairobi " Matatu " ride. Welcome to Kenya .
U must include kenyan beach in malindi
Nowadays we call them nganya or mboko get it...
This is not wrapping but pure graffiti
just say manyanga if matatu is so hard
Pronounced as Buuumaaayeee
Like you guys ...but ndo strain on matatu ...just say mathree
Opposite... KENYA ONE
In Kenya women have extra protection from the government you might not like it when you mess up with a woman