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September 30, 2026
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Truck drivers cautioned against ferrying strangers on Nairobi- Mombasa highway

Truck drivers cautioned against ferrying strangers on Nairobi- Mombasa highway

Long-distance truck drivers along the Nairobi-Mombasa highway have been cautioned against ferrying strangers and unauthorised passengers lest they fall into a trap and get robbed...

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Truck drivers operating on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway are being urged to avoid picking up strangers to prevent falling victim to robberies. This warning follows a series of attacks on drivers, particularly during nighttime and early morning hours.

  • The Northern Corridor Transit Authority and the Northern Corridor Transit Patrol Unit (NCTPU) are actively involved in addressing these security concerns.
  • Concerns about increased cargo theft and threats to driver safety have also been voiced by the Transport Workers Union (TAWU).
  • Discussions include driver safety, cargo security, the impact of drug use while driving, and the need for prompt reporting of incidents to authorities.

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