17 pilgrims killed in Salama road crash - October 2026

A tragic road accident in Salama has claimed the lives of 17 pilgrims while they were travelling from Mombasa to Subukia. This year's Catholic pilgrimage at the Subukia Shrine in Nakuru County was overshadowed by tragedy, as 17 pilgrims lost their lives. Kenya's National Prayer Day for Catholic faithful was marked by tragedy as 17 people died while traveling to attend the event.