Several people are feared dead following a head-on collision between a bus and a lorry along Mombasa Road on Saturday, November 15, 2025. The accident occurred in the Kinyambu area of Makueni County after the bus driver, en route from Kisumu to Mombasa via Nairobi, reportedly lost control while attempting to overtake another vehicle.
Eyewitnesses said the collision was severe, with the front of the bus extensively damaged. Broken glass and debris littered the road, and many passengers were trapped inside the wreckage. Police, together with local residents, launched an immediate rescue operation to help evacuate the victims.
Preliminary reports indicate that a few passengers may have succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash, although the exact number of casualties is yet to be confirmed.
The crash caused massive traffic congestion along Mombasa Road, disrupting travel for several hours despite efforts by traffic authorities to clear the highway. Videos and images circulating online showed the severity of the damage, highlighting the urgent need for road safety measures.
This tragic incident comes ahead of the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) annual commemoration for road crash victims, scheduled in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County. The event, held every third Sunday of November under the theme “Lost Talents,” honors those who have lost their lives or suffered injuries in road accidents.
NTSA Head of Communication, Antony Nyongesa, emphasized that this year’s focus will be on the loss of skilled and talented individuals, whose deaths leave significant gaps in families and communities.
Data from NTSA indicate that from January to October 2025, Kenya recorded 3,890 road fatalities, slightly higher than 3,805 in the same period last year. Victims include 1,460 pedestrians, 351 drivers, 378 pillion passengers, 57 pedal cyclists, and 1,000 motorcyclists, reflecting the ongoing need for stricter road safety enforcement.
As investigations continue, authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution, especially on busy highways like Mombasa Road, to prevent further tragedies.
