Traffic SolutionsFebruary 28, 2025Iyke Konzolo

AI vs. Nairobi Rush Hour: How Algorithms Saved Waiyaki Way

Waiyaki Way’s Turnaround

Before AI: 7PM standstills. After deploying FlowOpt:

MetricImprovement
Average Speed11 km/h → 29 km/h
Commute Time↓ 42% (Now 38 mins from Kangemi to CBD)

How It Works:

  • Dynamic Lane Allocation: AI shifts lanes based on truck/matatu ratios.
  • Accident Alerts: Detects crashes in 8 seconds via CCTV AI.

Future: Linking to Google Maps for real-time driver alerts.