The Highest Vehicular Fatality Rate In The World

Buses with names such as "The Terrorist," "Highway Massacre" and "The Ticket to Hell" contribute to the highest vehicular fatality rate in the world.

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October 7, 2002, 6:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"Police say horrific matatu crashes account for most of the 3,000 Kenyans who die in road accidents each year. According to media reports, Kenya has the highest vehicular fatality rate in the world...Despite their reputation, matatus have become cash cows. By some estimates, the country's 40,000 matatus rake in about $100 million a year."

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

FULL STORY: 'Ticket to Hell' Is Cheap, Popular and Risky for Kenyan Commuters

Monday, October 10, 2005 in The Los Angeles Times

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