President William Ruto’s son, George Ruto, has once again stirred national conversation. This time, not with politics, but horsepower.
The younger Ruto was photographed at a Nairobi garage overseeing final touches on a flashy new matatu dubbed ‘Mood’, now tipped to become the crown jewel of his growing transport empire.
Set to be unveiled this Friday, the custom-built 25-seater boasts jaw-dropping features: a 65-inch TV screen, solar panels, imported Chinese bucket seats, a live DJ deck, and an elite sound system worth Ksh300,000. Industry insiders say it’s the first of its kind in Kenya’s matatu history.
The entire project is believed to cost upwards of Ksh14 million, with the chassis and body alone priced at Ksh6.8 million. The lighting system reportedly adds Ksh2.5 million to the bill.
The vehicle, already trending online, features a 2-by-1 seating layout for maximum legroom and luxury—sacrificing capacity for comfort, a bold shift from the typical 32-seater PSV blueprint.
While some speculate that ‘Mood’ will serve Nairobi’s bustling Embakasi or Rongai routes—following the rerouting of Ruto’s earlier project, ‘Manifest’—others believe it may pivot entirely to private hire or the corporate events market.
With photos of George Ruto clutching a custom number plate beside the matatu circulating online, many see this as more than just business—it’s a statement.
Whether ‘Mood’ hits the tarmac for the daily hustle or VIP hires, one thing’s for certain: Kenya’s matatu game just got a serious facelift, and the President’s son is right at the wheel.
