Street acrobats entertain motorists stuck in Kenyan capital’s notorious traffic
Summary
Street acrobats perform at traffic stops in Nairobi, Kenya, to entertain drivers stuck in heavy traffic. They rely on tips from motorists as a way to earn money in a country with high unemployment.Key Facts
- The acrobats appear at traffic lights in Nairobi, performing stunts and juggling to entertain waiting drivers.
- They began performing in this way during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
- The acrobats hope to earn tips, usually small amounts like 50 Kenyan shillings (about 40 cents).
- Some acrobats, like Mohammed Nyale, started at a young age and moved to Nairobi seeking a better career.
- The performers practice their routines early in the morning in a poor neighborhood called Kawangware.
- They perform mainly during morning rush hour until about noon.
- On good days, they can earn roughly $6, similar to wages in construction or farming jobs in Kenya.
- Many Kenyans use mobile wallets, so acrobats share phone numbers for digital tips.
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