NTSA Issues Notice to Motorists Over Instant Fines System
The notice comes at a time when the newly introduced instant fines management system continues to face backlash over its operational effectiveness, among other issues...
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The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has issued a fraud alert warning Kenyans about fake SMS messages demanding payment for traffic fines through fraudulent links. Scammers are exploiting the recent rollout of the Instant Fines Management System to deceive unsuspecting victims.
- NTSA has identified several fake websites, social media accounts, and phone numbers not affiliated with the authority.
- Motorists are urged not to click suspicious links, reply to messages, or make payments through unofficial platforms; instead, they should delete the messages and use official NTSA channels.
- The warning comes as the new Instant Fines Management System faces backlash over unclear responsibility for fine payments, though NTSA maintains offenses are linked to both driver's licenses and registered vehicle owners.
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