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HomeDaily NewsFriday, September 18, 2026Petrol tanker explodes along Eldoret-Webuye highway - September 2026
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Petrol tanker explodes along Eldoret-Webuye highway - September 2026

A petrol tanker exploded along the Eldoret-Webuye road near Paul Boit High School on Thursday night, resulting in a mass casualty incident with at least two people confirmed dead and more than ten others seriously injured. The explosion occurred near Paul Boit Secondary School in Turbo constituency, Uasin Gishu county. Emergency services were on-site responding to the situation. In a separate incident, a matatu driver has been charged with causing the deaths of three people in a crash on Enterprise Road in Nairobi on June 3, 2026, accused of dangerous driving in a style known as 'Manyoka'.

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Friday 12:07 AMKBC Top Stories

Petrol tanker explodes along Eldoret-Webuye highway

Petrol tanker explodes along Eldoret-Webuye highway

A petrol tanker has exploded along the Eldoret-Webuye road near Paul Boit High School, resulting in a mass casualty incident. Emergency services are on-site responding to the situation.

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A petrol tanker has exploded along the Eldoret-Webuye road near Paul Boit High School, resulting in a mass casualty incident. Emergency services are on-site responding to the situation.

  • Several people are feared dead following the explosion.
  • The Kenya Red Cross Society issued an alert and is collaborating with the Kenya Police and firefighters.
  • Motorists are advised to avoid the area to ensure unhindered access for emergency responders.
Thursday 7:39 PMCapital NewsFirst

Matatu driver charged with killing three in alleged ‘Manyoka’ driving stunt

Matatu driver charged with killing three in alleged ‘Manyoka’ driving stunt

A matatu driver has been charged with causing the deaths of three people in a crash on Enterprise Road in Nairobi on June 3, 2026. The driver is accused of dangerous driving in a style known as 'Manyoka'.

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Friday 6:34 AMCapital News

10 evacuated after tanker explosion on Eldoret-Webuye road

10 evacuated after tanker explosion on Eldoret-Webuye road

A petroleum tanker explosion occurred along the Eldoret-Webuye Road near Paul Boit Secondary School, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations.

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A petroleum tanker explosion occurred along the Eldoret-Webuye Road near Paul Boit Secondary School, resulting in multiple casualties and evacuations.

  • 10 casualties have been evacuated to various hospitals.
  • The incident was managed by a multi-agency response including the Kenya Red Cross, Kenya Police, and firefighters.
  • Emergency services are urging motorists to avoid the area to allow unhindered access.
Friday 7:03 AMKenyans

2 Dead, Several Others Rushed to Hospital After Fuel Tanker Explodes

2 Dead, Several Others Rushed to Hospital After Fuel Tanker Explodes

A fuel tanker explosion along the Eldoret-Webuye Highway on Thursday night has resulted in the deaths of at least two people and left more than ten others with serious injuries.

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A fuel tanker explosion along the Eldoret-Webuye Highway on Thursday night has resulted in the deaths of at least two people and left more than ten others with serious injuries.

  • 2 dead and at least 10 injured in the explosion.
  • Incident confirmed by Uasin Gishu Police Commander Wilberforce Sichirani and the Kenya Red Cross.
  • Victims were reportedly scooping fuel from the tanker after it overturned before the explosion.
Friday 9:38 AMKBC Top Stories

Two dead following fuel tanker explosion along Eldoret-Webuye highway

Two dead following fuel tanker explosion along Eldoret-Webuye highway

Two people have tragically died and several others have been seriously injured in a fiery fuel tanker explosion that occurred along the Eldoret-Webuye Highway on Thursday night.

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Two people have tragically died and several others have been seriously injured in a fiery fuel tanker explosion that occurred along the Eldoret-Webuye Highway on Thursday night.

  • Two confirmed dead and scores injured.
  • The incident involved a fuel tanker overturning near Paul Boit High School.
  • Victims were injured while attempting to siphon fuel from the tanker, highlighting the danger authorities warn against.
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Key Highlights

A matatu driver has been charged with causing the deaths of three people in a crash on Enterprise Road in Nairobi on June 3, 2026. The driver is accused of dangerous driving in a style known as 'Manyoka'.

  • The accused, Sammy Murigi Maina, pleaded not guilty to charges including causing death by dangerous driving.
  • The victims were identified as Charles Brandy Wahome, Tamia Kalekya Nyambura, and Edwin Kago.
  • Additional charges include causing bodily harm to two others and driving an unroadworthy vehicle, contrary to the Traffic Act.