A viral photo of artwork displayed at the rear of a public service vehicle (matatu) caught the attention of state authorities, with reports alleging the matatu has been impounded. – By Gerald Gekara.
The Matatu that plies the Waiyaki way route, has been impounded by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and its registeration plates were removed.
This is despite the owner getting rid of the supposed obscene photo.
Kenya Film and Classification Board CEO Dr. Ezekiel Mutua said the move was welcomed by parents who are on a mission to safeguard the morals of the country.
He added that while the youth were fostering their talents in art and expression, Clean content should be their utmost goal.
“We appreciate the creativity of our youth, but we urge them to respect public decency and be responsible for the kind of messages they communicate to the public, including through graffiti on PSVs. To this end, the Board will collaborate with NTSA to enhance public awareness campaigns and support the law-abiding PSV operators.”
He further warned that any PSV with inappropriate content through graffiti or music videos will face the force of the law.
