The National Police Service has stepped up road safety awareness campaigns and traffic enforcement operations in Kitui, Makueni and Mombasa counties in a renewed effort to curb road accidents and promote compliance with traffic regulations.
The campaigns, conducted in collaboration with road safety stakeholders, have targeted motorists, boda boda operators, truck drivers and other road users, with sensitisation activities taking place in Mwingi and Makindu towns.
During the engagements, traffic officers and partner agencies urged road users to observe traffic regulations, practise defensive driving and take personal responsibility for their safety and that of other road users.
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Motorcycle operators were particularly reminded of the importance of wearing protective gear, avoiding overloading and adhering to established road safety requirements.
The awareness drive also highlighted the dangers of speeding, reckless driving, driving under the influence of alcohol and distracted driving, practices that continue to pose significant risks to motorists, passengers and pedestrians.
Alongside the public sensitisation campaigns, police intensified enforcement through a multi-agency operation on the Mombasa–Nairobi Highway, where 20 motorists and motorcycle riders were flagged for various traffic violations.
The violations included driving under the influence of alcohol, operating vehicles in defective conditions, failure to possess valid insurance and driving licences, as well as breaches of Public Service Vehicle (PSV) regulations.
The operation underscores the National Police Service’s dual approach to improving road safety through public education and stricter enforcement against motorists who disregard traffic laws.
The police have urged all road users to exercise caution, observe traffic regulations and prioritise safety, warning that responsible road use remains essential in preventing avoidable accidents and protecting lives.
