Nairobi [Photo: Courtesy]It appears that business in Nairobi has a tribe. That Kambas love the tyre business and Luos are masters of automotive engineering and woodwork has everything to do with the idiosyncrasies of the different communities. The Kamandes from Central Kenya, apart from roasting maize, also have a huge stake in the matatu business, and actually control the bulk of the routes in Nairobi. “Matatu business is fraught with difficulties - from police harassment to impossible traffic, you name it. ‘Kaos’ and tyresThe Kambas’ expertise in the tyre business is legendary.

Source: Standard Digital January 03, 2021 08:26 UTC