# With Strings Attached: How Moses Nderitu Rigged a String to Shift Gears with a Broken Ankle!

An episode of [The Nitpicker Podcast](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/6826170866), 21 Nov 2025, 2 h 10 min.

Audio: https://anchor.fm/s/fbf5fcfc/podcast/play/111497737/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-10-21%2F412894346-44100-2-29cd4c1e03db2.mp3

From Toilets to Electric Buses: Moses Nderitu's Entrepreneurial AdventuresMoses Nderitu, a serial entrepreneur, shares his diverse journey on the Nitpicker podcast. Starting with an innovative idea for mobile toilets, he navigated through various business ventures, including cyber cafes, TV production, and quick-build housing. Now, Moses is at the forefront of Kenya’s e-mobility shift, introducing electric buses and matatus. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of each venture, emphasising the importance of adaptability and seizing opportunities. Moses also shares his passion for motorbiking, detailing an adventurous and perilous trip across Africa that underscores his resilience and spirit of exploration. The episode mirrors Moses's philosophy of solving problems, staying curious, and always moving forward.00:00 The Lucky Breaks in Business02:51 The Birth of Excloosive Toilets09:07 Challenges and Growth in the Toilet Business30:13 Innovations in Construction44:55 House Insulation and Construction Techniques46:12 Exploring Electric Mobility46:29 Early Encounters with Electric Vehicles48:10 The Evolution of Electric Mobility53:21 The Birth of Arc Ride59:44 Challenges and Opportunities in Electric Mobility01:13:36 Public Transport and Infrastructure01:25:50 Future of Personal and Public Transport01:28:21 The Transition to Electric Vehicles01:28:47 Cross-Country Electric Adventures01:29:50 The Journey Begins: Nairobi to Lagos01:30:37 Inspiration from Europe01:32:22 First Steps into Biking01:34:43 The Big Upgrade: From Scooters to Motorbikes01:36:48 The Jubilee Ride to Cape Town01:37:55 Unplugging and Finding Freedom in Biking01:40:00 The Epic Ride: Nairobi to Dakar01:42:33 Challenges and Adventures on the Road01:44:05 The Pirate Encounter01:46:27 Navigating Bureaucracy and Local Networks02:03:20 The Final Stretch: Dakar and Beyond02:04:59 Reflections and Lessons Learned02:06:18 Quickfire Questions and Closing Remarks

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