146 pedestrians killed in July as fatalities drop by nearly 18pc
The authority said 146 pedestrians were killed in road crashes during the month, down from 178 fatalities recorded in July 2025.
In July 2026, pedestrian fatalities in Kenya dropped by nearly 18 percent compared to the previous year, according to the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). The authority reported that 146 pedestrians were killed in road crashes during July 2026, down from 178 fatalities recorded in July 2025. The significant decline in pedestrian deaths is attributed to intensified enforcement and compliance checks by the NTSA and Traffic Police, which have focused on promoting the use of designated crossing points, such as footbridges, to protect vulnerable road users.
The NTSA emphasized that the decline in pedestrian fatalities demonstrates the impact of sustained enforcement and compliance with traffic regulations. However, the authority cautioned that more must be done to safeguard pedestrians on the roads. It urged pedestrians to take greater responsibility for their safety by using designated crossing points, including footbridges, and obeying traffic signals when crossing roads.
The NTSA stressed the importance of pedestrians using designated crossing points, obeying traffic signals, and prioritizing their safety on the roads to further reduce fatalities among vulnerable road users.
The latest figures highlight the ongoing efforts by road safety agencies to decrease fatalities on Kenyan roads. Pedestrians continue to be among the most vulnerable road users, and authorities have intensified compliance efforts, particularly at busy roads and junctions where pedestrians often cross outside designated points, increasing their risk of being struck by vehicles.
The NTSA stressed that sustained enforcement, coupled with improved compliance from pedestrians and other road users, will be crucial in further reducing road deaths in the coming months.
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