The government is exploring the use of advanced technology to reduce road accidents, despite facing a serious funding crisis in road safety efforts.
Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has announced plans to introduce speed cameras through the Intelligent Transport Management Systems (iTIMS) program.
These systems aim to curb road fatalities caused by motorists’ indiscipline and will also generate revenue via instant fines involving other agencies, including the Judiciary.
At the annual road safety conference in Mombasa, stakeholders expressed concern over underfunding of road safety campaigns, despite funding being a top priority in the National Road Safety Action Plan (NRSAP) 2024–2025, launched by the President last year.
Speakers emphasized the need for collaboration across government agencies, cautioning against working in silos. Simple safety measures such as installing speed bumps and signage require joint planning and execution.
The three-day event, ending Saturday, brought together key stakeholders including NTSA, Ministry of Transport, Ministry of Health, KenHA, KURA, KeRRA, NPS, NACADA, and the Council of Governors. Outcomes from the conference will feed into an official report being prepared by the Ministry of Transport to help tackle the country’s road safety crisis.
By Michael Majanga
