JUST IN: Road Traffic Deaths Soar in 2024; Police Ramp Up Safety Measures for Festive Season
At least 4,282 people have died in road accidents reported this year, compared to 4,090 deaths during the same period in 2023. This marks an increase of 192 lives lost due to road carnage, according to the latest statistics. “These are not just numbers; these are human lives severely impacted by road accidents,” said Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja. He noted that road traffic accidents remain the leading cause of injuries and fatalities in Kenya, and most of these accidents are caused by preventable human factors such as non-compliance with traffic rules and regulations. Kanja highlighted that road traffic
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