Nairobi Cab Driver Helps Pregnant Woman Who Went Into Labour En Route to Hospital: "Longest Ride"
- A routine cab ride in Nairobi turned into a life-changing moment when driver David Kinyanjui helped a woman deliver her baby in his car
- With contractions intensifying, the mother gave birth just before they reached Mbagathi Hospital
- In a heartwarming twist, it happened on the same day Kinyanjui's son was born
- The emotional ride has since made Kinyanjui a local hero and a symbol of everyday courage on social media
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Nairobi — What began as an ordinary cab ride turned into an unforgettable moment for David Kinyanjui when a pregnant passenger unexpectedly gave birth in the back seat of his vehicle.
Source: Facebook
Kinyanjui shared on Facebook that it all started in Ongata Rongai when he was approached by a woman requesting a ride to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH).
Kinyanjui's life-changing ride
He quoted her KSh 1,000, which she quickly accepted without bargaining — a moment he now realises signalled the urgency of her situation.
The cab driver admits that he was so engrossed in having the client on board that he didn't notice she was pregnant at first.
"As soon as she got into the car, she started making sounds of pain. When I asked, she said her baby was coming," Kinyanjui recounted.
What followed was a tense and high-speed dash along Magadi Road as the driver tried to get her to the hospital in time.
How passenger delivered in Kinyanjui's car
However, just past Galleria Mall, the situation escalated.
"She was screaming by then. I was terrified the baby would be born before we arrived," he said.
As they passed Nairobi West and neared Mbagathi Way, the inevitable happened — a baby's cry filled the cab.
Without hesitation, the quick-thinking man rushed the vehicle into Mbagathi Hospital, where medical personnel took over.
In a beautiful twist of fate, Kinyanjui revealed that his son was born on the same day, almost at the same time, making the experience even more personal and memorable.
Source: Facebook
Kenyans praise thoughtful cab driver
The unexpected delivery in Kinyanjui's cab became the talk of social media, highlighting the compassion of everyday heroes on Nairobi’s streets.
Evans Onyango
"Happened to me during lockdown days,i was the doctor by the road side na si ilibidi niende ushauri baada ya hapo,but after the experience nikabarikiwa sana."
I-msafiri Felix
"I was taking one to Mama Lucy last year, but alikuwa na complications. Kufika Mama Lucy wakasema hawawezi mtoa kwa gari. Did the thing hapo tu back seat. Kid was gone."
Henry Sheriff Kuria
"Kuna mtu alini advice kila saa uko kwa barabara kuna vitu unafaa ku mark: police station, hospital, road exits, U-turn, and round-abouts. Unaweza zuhitaji at any given time."
Ongata Rongai matatu crew saves passenger's life
In another case of kindness on the road, a matatu crew was praised for their swift and selfless response after helping a sick passenger in distress.
It all started when Viola Nekesa started experiencing breathing difficulties while heading home from the CBD.
The Audiophile matatu crew, led by driver Benson Kana and conductor Telvin Kimani, diverted mid-route and rushed her to Nairobi West Hospital for medical attention.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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