Failure to reform transport sector blamed on officials

This is similar to the system that was in place in the early 1960s to the 1980s, says Mr Barasa.

Under such a contract, the bidder includes estimated operating costs, overheads and profits when tendering. Any profits above the bid are given back to local authorities.

The clamour for passengers by operators is therefore eliminated.

The local transport authority’s challenge then becomes making sure that the operator maintains quality control and does not engage in practices such as overcharging passengers.