Matatu driver charged with killing three in alleged ‘Manyoka’ driving stunt
The prosecution alleges that Maina drove the vehicle in a dangerous manner commonly known as the “Manyoka” style, contrary to Section 42(3) of the Traffic Act.
Nairobi, Kenya – A matatu driver named Sammy Murigi Maina has been charged with causing the deaths of three individuals in a collision along Enterprise Road, according to prosecutors. Maina appeared in court on Thursday and pleaded not guilty to the charges stemming from an accident that occurred on June 3, 2026. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) alleged that Maina was operating an Isuzu minibus registered under KDU 887C when he allegedly engaged in dangerous "manyoka" driving.
The prosecution says Maina drove recklessly, resulting in the deaths of Charles Brandy Wahome, Tamia Kalekya Nyambura, and Edwin Kago. The "Manyoka" driving style, which contravenes Section 42(3) of the Traffic Act, is the root of the dangerous-driving charge. Maina also faces two counts of driving without due care and attention, as well as one charge of driving an unroadworthy motor vehicle.
The DPP emphasized that Maina's actions were dangerous and led to the fatal crash. The investigation into the incident follows increased scrutiny of unsafe driving practices involving public service vehicles.
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