NTSA to Conduct Mandatory Eye-Tests for All Drivers

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has launched mandatory eyesight testing for drivers across Kenya, starting in Nairobi County, in response to a surge in road fatalities. This initiative aims to combat road accidents, particularly those linked to poor visibility, after 40 deaths were recorded in the first 20 days of 2026 alone.

NTSA Orders Mandatory Retest for Drivers in Latest Crackdown

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has mandated retests for drivers violating traffic rules, following a viral video of a Tahmeed bus dangerously overtaking on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway. The driver was traced through their SACCO and ordered to undergo a retest.

NTSA Clarifies Mandatory Fitness Tests for Drivers After Public Confusion

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has clarified that mandatory physical fitness tests are intended for public service vehicle (PSV) and commercial drivers only, not all drivers. The authority stated that the nationwide program has not yet been launched, contrary to public speculation.

Nairobi County Launches Scholarship Programme for Secondary School Students

The Nairobi County government has launched a Ksh170 million scholarship program for secondary school students, aiming to support 4,000 learners in its initial phase. This initiative, launched by Governor Johnson Sakaja, seeks to alleviate financial burdens on parents and ensure educational access for talented children.

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