- The Kenyan transport industry is mourning the passing of Easy Coach founder and former managing director, Azym Dossa
- Dossa’s visionary leadership transformed Easy Coach into a trusted name for public transport in Kenya
- Federation of Public Transport Sector expressed profound loss, honouring Dossa as a pioneer who elevated professionalism in public transport
The Kenyan transport industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of businessman and Easy Coach founder, Azym Dossa.
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Easy Coach management confirmed the former managing director’s demise on Thursday, February 26. His death leaves behind a rich legacy and vision in the long-distance transport sector.
“Mr Dossa’s vision, leadership and dedication shaped Easy Coach from its earliest days and left a lasting legacy that will always be part of who we are as a company,” Easy Coach mourned in an official statement.
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When was Easy Coach launched?
The company opened its doors in 2003, with a maiden trip to Kisumu on December 18 with one paying passenger. At that time, Easy Coach company had a fleet of three buses. It currently stands tall among the most trusted brands boasting over 30 destinations.
According to Superbrands, Easy Coach transports approximately 1.2 million passengers annually within their network and their annual throughput for parcel and letter shipments is 1.3 million items. It employs over 1000 staff.
With sheer determination and experience he gathered from the collapsed Akamba Bus Company where he diligently served as chief financial officer, Dossa’s visionary leadership began to show in three years as Easy Coach expanded to 15 destinations.
Today, they proudly run over 50 modern-style buses.
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Kenyans mourn Easy Coach founder
Federation of Public Transport Sector (FPTS) led Kenyans in mourning the towering business giant whom many described as a father and a mentor.
FPTS’s condolence message conveyed a deep sense of profound loss.
“FPTS mourns the passing of Mr. Azym Dossa, founder of Easy Coach and a true pioneer in Kenya’s transport industry. His leadership and vision elevated standards of professionalism and service in the Industry. Our heartfelt condolences to his family and the entire Easy Coach team,” the federation eulogised.
“Mr. Dossa’s death marks a profound loss, not only to his company but to the broader business community. He was a visionary leader whose dedication and strategic direction were instrumental in shaping Easy Coach into a trusted name in public transport.”
Moiben Kristin
“Father & Mentor fare thee well Sir.”
Kevin Muhanji
“We started missing him when he quit active involvement. I hope his death reminds you of his vision – timeliness and exemplary service. That’s what he meant by dignity.”
Joel Mukolwe
“My sympathies go to his family and the entire family of Easy Coach we have been hit and it’s so painful we mourn a fallen giant and we pray God to keep him in eternal peace.”
Francis Ogembo
“He founded a very reliable, professional and accountable brand, Easy Coach has always been my only option when traveling inter-county ~hope those left behind will continue with his legacy~may his soul rest in peace.”
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Dossa’s vision was to provide a dignified safe passage to road users through state-of-the-art vehicles, prioritising customer convenience, comfort, entertainment and convenient stop areas in stop-over towns.
Easy Coach has received multiple awards, highlighting customer trust and confidence.
The awards include; Employer of the Year by FKE, Best PSV Provider by National Road Safety, Awarded Superbrand status in 2018, Top tax compliant company in the transport sector by Kenya Revenue Authority among others.
According to Who Owns Kenya, the transport company is the best managed in Kenya, followed by Modern Coast, Tahmeed Coach, and Guardian Angel.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
