Kenya has experienced a severe road safety crisis in January 2026, with 398 Kenyans killed in road accidents, marking an 11 percent increase compared to the previous year. This alarming rise highlights significant concerns about road user behavior.

• A total of 854 accidents occurred during the period, resulting in 2,032 victims by January 30th.
• National Police Service Traffic Dept liaison in Nairobi County, Boniface Otieno, stated that pedestrians account for the highest fatalities with 143 deaths, followed by motorcyclists with 102 deaths.
• The high number of fatalities, particularly among passengers (77 deaths), raises concerns about speeding, overloading, and non-compliance with safety regulations.