You have likely noticed that most petrol stations in major towns-both locally and abroad-feature flat-roofed structures.
Interestingly, it is not just the canopies covering fuel pumps; nearby facilities like cafes, supermarkets, toilets, and garages within the station compounds also share the same design.
But have you ever paused to wonder why this is the case?
Kenyans.co.ke explores the practical reasons behind the widespread use of flat roofs at petrol stations.
