FPTS UPDATE

FPTS Calls Off Strike – But Monday Matatu Chaos Possible

Matatu Strike for Feb 2, 2026 suspended after talks between Boda Boda, PSV operators & security agencies. Ongoing consultations with all transport stakeholders, police & NTSA to resolve issues amicably.

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FPTS Kenya

Who We Are

Shaping the Future of Public Transport in Kenya

The Federation of Public Transport Sector (FPTS) is a national umbrella body representing public transport operators, advocating for policy reforms, safety standards, and sector-wide capacity building.

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Public transport policy and safety in Kenya

Policy & Regulatory Advocacy

Road Safety & Standards

Capacity Building & Representation

The Future of Public Transport:
Safe, Smart, Affordable & Sustainable

FPTS is shaping a modern, efficient, and passenger-focused public transport system. Imagine journeys that are seamless, safe, and powered by technology — from cashless ticketing to data-driven operations and sustainable fleets.

Futuristic public transport

Cashless Ticketing

Seamless mobile payments, QR boarding, integrated fares — fast, transparent, convenient.

Smart & Sustainable Fleet

Electric and hybrid buses that are efficient, low-emission, and comfortable.

Data-Driven Operations

Real-time passenger and route data to optimize schedules and reduce congestion.

Enhanced Passenger Experience

Reliable, comfortable, and transparent transport with safety tracking and real-time updates.

Data-Driven Road Safety: The Facts Behind Kenya's Public Transport Crisis

The Federation of Public Transport Sector (FPTS) advocates for evidence-based reforms using official data from the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). In 2025, Kenya recorded 4,458 road fatalities (up 3.4% from 4,311 in 2024), with public transport vehicles (matatus & buses) heavily involved in crashes affecting passengers and pedestrians. Reliable data is key to building safer, more efficient systems—explore the numbers and download key resources below.

4,458

Road Fatalities in 2025

(NTSA Full-Year Data)

1,685

Pedestrian Deaths

(Highest victim category)

100,000

Active Matatus Nationwide

(Core of public transport)

Sh450B

Annual Economic Cost

(From road crashes)

NTSA Road Safety Reports

Official crash statistics, trends, and analysis to inform sector reforms.

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National Road Safety Action Plan 2024–2028

Government strategy aiming for 50% fatality reduction by 2030.

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Matatu Route Data (Open GTFS)

Crowdsourced Nairobi matatu routes for better planning and apps.

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Join FPTS in using data to modernize public transport and save lives.

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Monthly NTSA Insights

Latest crash statistics & trends

Modernization Updates

Electric buses, cashless systems progress

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FPTS recommendations & government actions

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