The government has unveiled a fresh plan to cut down road accidents, targeting fatigue among lorry drivers and dangerous road sections nationwide.
Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir announced that resting places for heavy commercial vehicles will be established along major highways, while expansion works will be carried out on road segments identified as high-risk.
He revealed that the ministry will also deploy telematics technology to track drivers’ working hours, aiming to reduce crashes linked to exhaustion.
According to Chirchir, regulations will soon be presented to Parliament to formally provide for the creation of parking bays for lorries.
He explained that black spot mapping has already been completed, with a focus on dangerous stretches such as the Nithi Bridge.
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“We have mapped out black spots across the country and are seeking a budget to widen sections and correct dangerous road stretches, including the Nithi Bridge, which will be advertised for works in this financial year,” he said.
The Cabinet Secretary further disclosed that licensed private operators will now be permitted to conduct vehicle inspections nationwide, in a move aimed at ensuring that all vehicles on the road are roadworthy
In his address, Chirchir urged all categories of road users to take personal responsibility for safety.
“We urge all road users, pedestrians, motorists, boda boda riders, and cyclists to exercise caution,” he said.
The ministry’s plan places equal emphasis on infrastructure improvements and behavioural change, with the dual aim of making Kenya’s roads safer for all.
