Tahmeed Buses Face Backlash Over Bedbug Infestation

Tahmeed Buses are under fire after passengers reportedly forced a driver to stop when they discovered bedbugs crawling on the seats. A video circulating online shows the unsettling sight, prompting outrage among passengers regarding the hygiene conditions on the bus.

Netizens have expressed their concerns, highlighting that bedbugs can be more troublesome than mosquitoes, as they can easily hitch a ride home in personal belongings. This incident has reignited discussions about cleanliness and sanitation standards on Tahmeed Buses, which are already facing scrutiny.

Tahmeed Express, a well-known Kenyan bus company, has been in the spotlight for various safety issues in recent years, including multiple fatal accidents. Notably, a tragic crash in July 2026 along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway resulted in six fatalities, while another incident in January 2025 involved a collision with two trucks, leading to two deaths and numerous injuries, according to Kenyans.co.ke.

This latest sanitary issue adds to the growing public relations problems for Tahmeed, which has faced ongoing criticism over management and safety concerns. The company has yet to address the bedbug incident publicly, and the lack of verified reports of such infestations prior to this incident raises questions about the overall hygiene practices within the organization.

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