{
  "id": 10424182,
  "title": "NTSA steps up driver training as crash prevention push targets public transport sector",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/ntsa-steps-up-driver-training-as-crash-prevention-push-targets-public",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-28T10:48:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Capital FM Kenya",
    "slug": "capital-fm-kenya",
    "url": "https://capitalfm.africa/ntsa-steps-up-driver-training-as-crash-prevention-push-targets-public-transport-sector/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 28 — The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has ramped up training for public transport operators to curb road crashes and enhance compliance across the nation. The initiative targets drivers, fleet managers, and Sacco directors, with the most recent phase taking place in Nakuru, Trans Nzoia, and Uasin Gishu counties. The week-long training follows a similar program conducted in Garissa, Voi, and Mombasa the previous week, as NTSA aims to bolster professionalism and safety standards in the public transport sector. NTSA Director General Nashon Kondiwa emphasized the Authority's focus on restoring road safety and saving lives by increasing collaboration with operators and enforcing compliance. In Nakuru, over 200 participants from 27 Saccos are currently attending the training at Midland Hotel, which includes representatives from companies such as NNNUS, 2009 Maruti, Prestige Molo Line, Ngata 2NV, Moline Luxury, and Smart Line Shuttle. NTSA's training sessions aim to equip operators with the necessary knowledge and practices to improve professionalism and compliance, especially for those responsible for transporting large groups of passengers. As part of a broader strategy to promote safer road use and elevate safety standards in the public transport industry, NTSA is expanding the program to additional counties. Road safety continues to be a significant concern for the transport sector, with public service vehicles contributing to a substantial portion of daily passenger movement nationwide. NTSA believes that ongoing engagement with drivers, fleet managers, and Sacco leadership will help reinforce accountability and encourage operators to prioritize passenger and road user safety.",
  "summary": "NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 28 — The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has stepped up training of public transport operators as it intensifies efforts to address road crashes and improve…",
  "key_points": [
    "NTSA intensifies driver training for public transport sector",
    "Week-long program in Nakuru, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu counties",
    "Focus on professionalism, safety, and compliance enforcement"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}