Ongata Rongai has never been short of attitude on wheels, and December 12 marked another big moment for matatu culture along route 125 with the launch of a new Nganya christened Versace.
The matatu is the latest machine from the Invisible Family, a crew already respected in the Nganya scene for their bold concepts and consistency. If the name sounds familiar, it is because the same family also owns heavy hitters like Detroit, Moxie and The Wild Ones. Each of those has earned its place through design, music and presence on the road.
With Versace, Invisible Family is clearly doubling down on style and identity. The name alone speaks to luxury, confidence and visual impact, traits that Nganya lovers appreciate. While details of its interior and sound setup are already stirring conversation online and in stages, what is clear is that this is not just another matatu joining the route. It is a statement.
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Versace will ply route 125, serving Ongata Rongai, a town that has steadily grown into one of the strongest Nganya hubs in the country. Rongai commuters are not just passengers. They are critics, fans and part time hype men. A matatu has to earn its respect daily.
The arrival of Versace adds to an already rich lineup of Nganyas that have defined Rongai’s transport culture. Names like Baba Yaga (John Wick), Ferrari, Phenomenal and several others have turned the route into a moving gallery of art, music and street influence.
For many youths, Nganyas are more than transport. They are culture carriers. They influence fashion, slang, playlists and even social media trends. Launch days are events. Routes become runways. Crews become brands.
Invisible Family understands this world, and Versace feels like their latest play to stay ahead of the curve. As it settles into daily operations on route 125, all eyes will be on how it performs, not just in traffic, but in the culture.
In Rongai, being flashy is not enough. You have to be remembered. Versace has officially entered that conversation.
By Benedict Aoya
