At least 4,458 were killed in separate road accidents between January and December 2025, data from the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA).
By December 2, a total of 4,458 people had lost their lives on the roads, surpassing last year’s figure of 4,311 recorded by end of year.
The statistics highlight the growing menace on the roads with pedestrians continuing to bear the greatest burden, with 1,685 deaths recorded.
Drivers accounted for 403 deaths, while 723 passengers perished in various crashes involving private vehicles, buses, and matatus.
The high number of passenger fatalities raises concerns about speeding, overloading, and non-compliance with safety regulations among public service vehicles.
Motorcycle-related fatalities also remained alarmingly high.
At least 1,148 motorcyclists died, along with 432 pillion passengers, underlining the continued risks associated with boda boda transport in period.
Some 67 pedal cyclists died in the period, NTSA said.
NTSA is urged road users to exercise caution.
It also announced it had suspended the licences of 62 drivers from six public transport companies following a compliance review that uncovered multiple safety breaches.
The Authority said the affected drivers will be required to undergo mandatory retesting before their licences can be reinstated.
“This action follows a compliance assessment that revealed multiple violations and serious safety concerns,” NTSA noted.
Among the operators whose licences were suspended are Tahmeed Express Limited (23) Latema Travelers Bus and Safari Company Limited (13), Meru Nissan Operators Sacco (10), Moline Prestige Services Shuttle Limited (6) MTrans Sacco Limited(7) and Enabled Mashariki Investment Limited (3).
Beyond the driver retests, the Authority directed the implicated operators to conduct road safety awareness training for all their drivers and to present selected vehicles for inspection.
“The driver re-testing exercise is part of broader proactive measures aimed at ensuring every driver possesses the requisite skills and competencies to safely operate on our roads,” the statement added.
NTSA further indicated that several public transport operators remain under scrutiny as part of ongoing efforts to enforce adherence to established safety standards.
“These actions highlight our firm and ongoing commitment to road safety, particularly during this festive season,” the Authority said
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