By Brian Kiprono - Reporter
Kenya, December 15 2025 -As millions of Kenyans prepare for holiday travel, government agencies are rushing to introduce new traffic measures amid growing concern over rising road fatalities. The fresh directives are expected to set the tone for one of the busiest and most dangerous travel periods of the year.
On Monday, key justice and security institutions convened under the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) to chart a unified plan to restore order on the roads. The gathering brought together representatives from the Judiciary, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, the National Police Service, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), the Office of the Attorney General, the Ministry of Interior, and the Kenya Prisons Service.
The multi-agency team is reviewing the recurring challenges that typically heighten during December—speeding, reckless overtaking, night-time crashes and poor compliance with safety rules. They are expected to issue a joint communiqué detailing enforcement strategies and clear guidance for motorists. A press briefing at the Supreme Court was scheduled for Monday morning, where officials will outline their action plan.
This year’s festive season opens against a worrying backdrop. At least 21 people died in separate road crashes over the weekend, adding to the rising national toll. Communities across the country have been left shaken, with recent tragedies in Nyamira, Nakuru and Naivasha renewing calls for stronger enforcement and safer infrastructure.
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With traffic volumes expected to peak in the coming days, NTSA has urged travellers to prioritise daytime journeys—between 6am and 6pm—citing improved visibility and reduced risk. According to the authority, darkness remains one of the deadliest factors on Kenyan roads, contributing to fatigue, impaired judgement and slower emergency response.
Data released by the NTSA shows that Saturdays and evening hours record the highest number of fatalities, a trend officials hope to counter through intensified patrols, sobriety checks and stricter penalties for violations.
For many families preparing to reunite for the holidays, the new measures offer cautious reassurance. Authorities say the goal is simple: to ensure that festive travel ends not in tragedy, but in safe arrivals and shared celebrations.
