NTSA arrests 21 drivers in Kakamega night crackdown, lists traffic offences committed
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has arrested 21 drivers following a joint inter-agency night compliance operation along the Kakamega–Mumias Road, exposing multiple traffic violations involving motorists and public service vehicles. In an update issued on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, NTSA said the operation uncovered cases of drunk driving, operating vehicles without valid…
Nairobi, Kenya – A joint interagency night compliance operation along the Kakamega-Mumias Road has led to the arrest of 21 drivers, according to the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). The crackdown, conducted on Wednesday, targeted motorists and vehicles found violating road safety regulations. The operation uncovered a range of infractions, such as driving under the influence of alcohol, driving without valid licenses, and using vehicles with expired Public Service Vehicle (PSV) badges, inspection certificates, and stickers.
Additional violations included cracked windscreens, worn-out tires, and expired insurance certificates. The authority also noted the use of unauthorized vehicle registration plates among other traffic violations. NTSA emphasized that the arrests were part of a broader effort to enhance compliance with road safety requirements, urging drivers and vehicle owners to ensure their licenses, insurance, inspection documents, and other statutory requirements remain valid.
The authority has warned against drunk driving and operating unroadworthy vehicles, stressing that such violations jeopardize the safety of passengers and other road users.
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