Boda Boda Safety Association of Kenya Calls for Financial Discipline and Peaceful Engagement Among Riders
Boda Boda Safety Association of Kenya President Kevin Mubadi has called on boda boda riders to embrace financial discipline, road safety, and peaceful engagement as stakeholders address rising economic and security challenges in the sector.
BAK has urged boda boda riders to uphold financial discipline, road safety, and peace amid tough economic times. Photo by Henry Bitok
By Achieng Kemuma
The President of the Boda Boda Safety Association of Kenya (BAK), Kevin Mubadi, has urged boda boda operators Nationwide to practice responsible financial management, observe road safety regulations, and maintain peaceful relations with the government despite the current economic challenges.
Speaking during a stakeholder engagement meeting in Eldoret, Mubadi said the forum brought together motorcycle riders, dealers, financiers, and security officials to deliberate on issues affecting the sector. Key topics discussed included financial literacy, loan repayment, road safety awareness, and rising cases of motorcycle theft.
Mubadi revealed that BAK, in collaboration with Mogo and motorcycle dealers, has been conducting programmes aimed at helping riders improve their financial management skills and understand proper loan repayment practices.
“We appreciate our partners for continuously supporting boda boda riders through financial literacy initiatives and loan management education. Riders should honor their repayment commitments to avoid unnecessary challenges,” said Mubadi.
He also appealed to riders to remain calm and seek dialogue with the government instead of engaging in confrontational actions, even as they grapple with the high cost of living and rising fuel prices.
“We acknowledge that the economy is difficult and fuel prices continue to rise, but riders should remain peaceful and avoid actions that could worsen the situation,” he added.
Mubadi further commended the partnership between boda boda operators and security agencies in addressing motorcycle theft, noting that the cooperation has strengthened security within the sector.
Rebecca Ngige, the Public Relations Manager at Mogo, said the meeting was organized to tackle major challenges affecting riders, particularly financial literacy and motorcycle theft.
Ngige explained that motorcycle theft has become increasingly organized, with some stolen motorcycles allegedly being trafficked across Kenya’s borders.
“We have established that some stolen motorcycles are taken beyond the country, making it a regional security issue that requires cooperation from all stakeholders,” she said.
She added that Mogo has been working closely with security agencies, boda boda associations, and community leaders to combat theft and safeguard customers’ motorcycles.
Ngige also dismissed claims linking some company employees to motorcycle theft incidents reported in Uasin Gishu County, saying no investigations have confirmed the allegations.
At the same time, Nahashon Kemei called on lenders to be more understanding toward riders struggling with loan repayments due to the harsh economic climate. He also urged financiers to provide clarity on cases involving motorcycles allegedly stolen after owners had completed loan payments.
Kemei stressed the need for stronger collaboration between lenders, riders, and security agencies to improve recovery of stolen motorcycles and build trust within the industry.
More than 300 boda boda riders also received free engine servicing during the event, an initiative aimed at improving motorcycle performance and lowering fuel consumption.
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