Monthly Archives: May 2010

Fighting Fare

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Kwaku Dankwa

Most trotro rides follow the same script. On my route I scramble in at Bridge, the mate waits for everyone to catch their breath while he shouts for a few more commuters (sells his seat when he can) and at … Continue reading →

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Turn it down, Mr. DJ!

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Kwaku Dankwa

It’s not called ‘public’ transport for nothing. The public is made up of people, and people, well, have their own traits that rub us all a bit differently. Or am I just being a bit selfish? I like quiet trips. … Continue reading →

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This one beggars belief

Posted on May 3, 2010 by Kwaku Dankwa

It had been a rare uneventful journey to work. I’d got to Bridge early, hopped into a trotro, dropped off at Ridge. No drama. I was only a few steps away from the sanctuary of the office. My mind was … Continue reading →

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