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10 types of hawkers in matatus

Hawkers in Nairobi. (Courtesy)

Kenyan matatus are froth with interesting characters, from preachers, thieves, hawkers and so on. Hawkers too are of different categories. While one will sell you a "wonder seed" for a 100 bob yet it's a regular pumpkin seed, there are those who will make your journey entertaining with their jokes and comedy stints. Here are ten types of hawkers you will find in Kenyan matatus.

  1. Two-minute man

He will enter the matatu in a flash, explain what he selling to commuters, and pass around asking for interested buyers. Before you make up your mind whether to purchase the items or not, he has already dashed out to another PSV. For him, he has no time to waste and if there is nobody interested in his products, it is better he takes it to others.

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