Minor Traffic Offences That Could Cost Motorists This Holiday Season
Motorists caught driving 16-20 kph above the speed limit will face the highest fine of Ksh 10,000...
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Kenyan motorists face hefty fines for minor traffic offenses this holiday season, with the Traffic (Minor Offenses) Rules, 2016 outlining numerous penalties. These fines range from Ksh 500 for not wearing a seatbelt to a staggering Ksh 10,000 for driving without valid identification plates or an inspection certificate.
- Forgetting your driving license will cost Ksh 1,000, while exceeding the speed limit by 16-20 kph incurs a Ksh 10,000 fine.
- PSV drivers and conductors face strict regulations, with offenses like not wearing a uniform or touting attracting fines of Ksh 2,000 and Ksh 3,000 respectively.
- Motorcycle riders and passengers not wearing helmets will each be fined Ksh 1,000, and using a phone while driving costs Ksh 2,000.
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Government Implements Festive Season Security Measures and Traffic Rules - December 2025
The Kenyan government has activated the National Multi-Agency Command Centre (NMACC) to enhance security nationwide during the festive season and safeguard lives and property. This initiative places enforcement agencies under a single command to improve surveillance, intelligence sharing, and rapid response. To manage holiday traffic, the Ministry of Interior has announced alternative routes for motorists traveling to Nyanza, Western, and Central Kenya to reduce congestion. Inspector General Douglas Kanja has also issued a stern warning concerning road safety as police intensify patrols across Kenyan roads. Motorists also face hefty fines for minor infractions under the Traffic (Minor Offenses) Rules, 2016, ranging from Ksh 500 for not wearing a seatbelt to Ksh 10,000 for missing an inspection certificate.
