This is an interview with Amanda Ngabirano, a campaigner for cycling in Uganda, on popular TV station Celeb Select, Sanyu FM. Sanyu FM is the leading private radio station in East and Central Africa (their broadcasting footprint is a 100 KM radius around Kampala and Mbale) and their popular ‘Celeb Select’ segment features interviews with... Continue Reading →
Case Study – Zusha! National Road Safety Campaign
The Zusha! National Road Safety Campaign aims to reduce road accidents by encouraging passengers in PSVs (Public Service Vehicles) to speak out directly to their drivers against reckless driving. It has three main components: 1) Distribution of Zusha! safety stickers in PSVs 2) A media campaign delivered through radio, billboards, social media, newspaper advertisements, editorials,... Continue Reading →
Case Study – On my Way by Kirui Frank Junior (19th January 2015)
On the way I come Highway that jam Fumes and smoke Outskirts of a town Worries and strain Cars up and down Headache a spark! I call it my travel Inside a matatu van Heating and boiling us Or me I be specific No music to flow This is turning rough Maybe Next time I... Continue Reading →
Case Study- World Health Organisation Global Status Report on Road Safety 2015 Infographics
In order to make the findings of their report into road safety more accessible, the WHO created 6 infographics depicting the key issues that they found. The issues were: Road Traffic Injuries, Drink Driving, Speed, Seat Belts, Child Restraints and Motorcycle Helmets. By presenting the statistics in a colourful and visual way, it is easier... Continue Reading →
Case Study- Graffiti Girls, Kenya
Established in 2015, Graffiti Girls is a collective of three women in their twenties who paint murals and matatus in towns and slums such as Korogocho and Kariobangi. They are mentored by prominent Kenyan graffiti artists such as Smoki, Swift, Bantu and Kerosh. In addition to their more light-hearted work, Graffiti Girls also tackle issues... Continue Reading →
Case Study – Matatu Graffiti in Nairobi
The ban on matatu graffiti was lifted in November 2014 by President Uhuru Kenyatta, and has been thriving ever since. It is now a highly profitable industry; artwork just on the body is approximately Ksh. 300,000 ($3,000), whilst graffiti and internal customisation is around Ksh. 1.3million ($13,000). Moreover, there is now an awards ceremony for... Continue Reading →