KeNHA Launches Crackdown Against Truck Drivers

The authority has already taken legal action against some drivers...

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The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has launched a nationwide crackdown on overloaded trucks, initiating night surveillance along major routes to enforce weight regulations. This follows an incident on Friday, October 3, where a truck with an excess overload of 2850 kg was intercepted while carrying murram along the Narok-Sekenani Road.

Overloaded vehicles face heavy fines: Ksh200,000 for first-time offenders and Ksh400,000 for subsequent offenses.
The crackdown aims to maintain road conditions, reduce repair costs, and enhance safety.
The Ministry of Transport is set to introduce 28 additional weighbridges, including virtual and static stations, across the country.

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