Mike Sonko, who once ran Nairobi as governor, became the new patron for groups representing 2.5 million motorcycle and three-wheeled vehicle operators across Kenya. Leaders from various savings groups picked him up during a meeting at his home in Machakos. Sonko promised to help these riders deal with the problems they face every day. He plans to work directly with national officials, local governments, police, lawmakers, and insurance companies.
He wants to fix slow insurance payments and make parts easier to find. "From here forward, we'll talk with government departments, counties, insurance companies, and banks that give loans to motorcycle operators about parts shortages and other big problems," Sonko said. The rider groups...