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Pioneering African Public Transport: A Conversation with Edwins Mukabanah of Kenya Bus Service
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- Mobility Redefined
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- Oct 6, 2025
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Summary
Public transport in Africa faces unique challenges and opportunities. From the dominance of informal systems like matatus to the emerging role of electrification and BRT, cities are seeking sustainable models that work for both passengers and operators. In this episode, Dr. Kaan Yildizgoz speaks with Edwins Mukabanah, Managing Director of Kenya Bus Service Management Limited, who brings over four decades of experience across Africa and the UK. He shares the evolution of Kenya’s bus sector, the franchising model that helped organise paratransit operators, and the importance of capacity building and technology adoption. Listeners will gain insights into Nairobi’s BRT plans, the realities of electrifying buses in Africa, and why public–private partnerships and training are key to building the continent’s next generation of public transport. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:27 Meet Edwins Mukabanah: A Pioneer in African Public Transport 01:41 Edwins' Journey in Public Transport 03:26 Kenya Bus Services: A Unique Business Model 06:53 Challenges and Innovations in African Public Transport 17:23 Electrification and Future of Public Transport in Kenya 22:26 BRT Projects and Future Prospects 24:38 Final Thoughts and Opportunities in African Public Transport Connect with Us: Website: https://mobilityredefined.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mobility-redefined/ Mobility Redefined is brought to you by Modaxo https://www.modaxo.com Host: Dr. Kaan Yildizgoz Producer: Mike Cartmel Executive Producer: Darren Turpin Special thanks to: Brand design: Tina Olagundoye Digital Media: Belén Iturrioz Campo Marketing content and Mobility Redefined newsletter: Mike Cartmel If you have a question or comment, email us at [email protected] Disclaimer: The views and o…