- The National Police Service issued a notice to all road users ahead of the end-of-year school holidays on Monday, October 19, 2026
- NPS announced increased traffic enforcement nationwide, targeting speeding, overloaded vehicles, and seatbelt violations
- School transport vehicles face thorough inspection as police deploy officers across the country to enforce road safety rules
Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over four years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
Nairobi - The National Police Service (NPS) has put motorists and road users on notice ahead of the end-of-year school holidays, warning that traffic enforcement will be intensified across the country.
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The alert was issued on Monday, October 19, 2026, through an official press release signed by Muchiri Nyaga, Director of Corporate Communication and Spokesperson for the National Police Service.
NPS to target speeding, overloading and seatbelt violations
According to the NPS, officers will crack down on a range of traffic offences during the holiday period, with speeding, overloaded vehicles, and failure to wear seatbelts among the primary targets.
Vehicles used to transport school children will face thorough inspection as part of the enforcement drive.
The police service also cautioned motorists against drunk and drugged driving, and reminded drivers that using a mobile phone while behind the wheel is an offence that enforcement teams will be watching for.
NPS provides hotlines for reporting
Members of the public who witness traffic violations or any road safety concerns can report them through the NPS emergency line on 999 or 911, the toll-free number 0800 722 203, or via WhatsApp on 0709 570 000. The NPS also encouraged Kenyans to use the hashtag #fichuaKwaDCI when flagging incidents on social media.
The warning comes at a period when roads typically experience a sharp rise in traffic volumes, as families travel upcountry and schools release learners for the holiday break. The combination of high traffic and long-distance travel has historically contributed to a spike in road crashes during such periods.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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