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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