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April 1, 2026
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Govt Steps Up Highway Safety With Plan for Roadside Stations Along Major Transport Corridors

Govt Steps Up Highway Safety With Plan for Roadside Stations Along Major Transport Corridors

Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir, speaking in Mombasa during the opening of the Inaugural Regional Highway Safety Investors Conference 2026, said the move is aimed at reducing road accidents while enhancing efficiency in the movement of goods and people. - Kenya breakin..

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The Kenyan government is enhancing highway safety by establishing Road Side Stations (RSS) along major transport routes to provide essential rest stops for drivers.

  • This initiative aims to significantly reduce road accidents, particularly those caused by driver fatigue.
  • The plan is spearheaded by the Ministry of Roads and Transport, with Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir being a key proponent.
  • New regulations, the Kenya Roads (Roadside Stations) Regulations, 2025, are being developed to guide the establishment and management of these facilities.

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