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July 2, 2026
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Smart weighbridge cuts corruption, boosts compliance

Smart weighbridge cuts corruption, boosts compliance

A digital enforcement system at the Mariakani Weighbridge has helped improve axle load compliance and curb corruption through automated monitoring and electronic penalty processing...

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Kenya is leveraging technology to combat overloaded trucks and protect its road infrastructure, with a new digital enforcement system at the Mariakani Weighbridge achieving a 98.5% compliance rate.

  • The system uses a High-Speed Weigh-in-Motion (WiM) system to automatically detect and penalize overloaded vehicles, integrating with the government's eCitizen platform.
  • Key organizations involved include the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), Ebenezer Commercial Works, and the Kenya Transporters Association.
  • This digital transformation aims to curb corruption through automated monitoring and electronic penalty processing, while also reducing premature road deterioration.

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