- President Ruto’s son, George, to launch a luxury matatu called Mood
- The 25-seater features a 65-inch TV, solar panels, imported seats, and a DJ deck
- Full build cost reportedly crosses Ksh14 million
- Matatu expected to serve Nairobi routes or shift to VIP and event gigs
- Photos of George with a custom plate stir online buzz
George Ruto, son of President William Ruto, has once again drawn public attention — but this time it’s not about State House politics. Instead, he’s making waves in Nairobi’s matatu industry with a next-level PSV dubbed Mood.
Photos of George supervising final touches on the new ride inside a Nairobi garage have surfaced online, sending social media into a frenzy.
Unlike your average city commuter van, Mood is no ordinary 25-seater. The matatu comes loaded with some of the most high-end features ever seen on Kenyan roads. Among them:65-inch TV screenImported Chinese bucket seatsSolar power systemLive DJ mixing deckSound system valued at Ksh300,000
Sources close to the project say the PSV breaks all matatu norms with its 2-by-1 seat layout, offering more legroom and comfort than most city shuttles.
The ride’s estimated full cost is over Ksh14 million, making it one of the priciest matatus ever built in Kenya. The chassis and bodywork alone total Ksh6.8 million, while the unique lighting setup added another Ksh2.5 million.
Insiders hint that the entire interior overhaul was designed for both road appeal and premium hire options.
Though still unconfirmed, there’s talk that Mood could be deployed on either the Embakasi or Rongai route, replacing George’s earlier ride, Manifest, which gained fame before being rerouted.
However, with its ultra-luxurious layout, Mood might skip the daily passenger struggle altogether and instead target corporate hires, private events, or high-end functions.
As images circulate showing George posing next to Mood with a custom number plate in hand, many are interpreting this as more than a transport project. To some, it’s a message that the President’s son is serious about redefining local business ventures.
Whether or not it hits the Nairobi roads full-time, one thing’s clear: the game has changed, and George Ruto is putting style, sound, and statement into motion.
