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2 clusters · 3 sources · 28 days · First seen · Last updated

Kenya NTSA public transport regulation and safety

Overview

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has initiated several measures to improve road safety and regulate the public service vehicle (PSV) sector in Kenya. Initially, the authority summoned nine specific operators, including Moyale Transporters Company and Manchester Travellers Coach Limited, to address serious safety concerns identified during a joint crackdown with the National Police Service.

Following these enforcement actions, the NTSA expanded its efforts to include intensified training and sensitization programs for drivers and conductors in Garissa, focusing on speed limits and vehicle maintenance. However, these regulatory efforts have met resistance from the Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK). The MAK has challenged the NTSA’s effectiveness, arguing that the regulator’s inability to identify vehicle owners due to “opaque ownership structures” undermines accountability and consistent enforcement within the industry.

Entities

National Transport and Safety Authority · Manchester Travellers Coach Limited · Nashon Kondi · Kenya · Motorists Association of Kenya

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    NTSA conducts safety training in Garissa amid sector regulation disputes

    The NTSA is conducting safety training for PSV operators in Garissa, while the Motorists Association of Kenya criticizes the regulator's ability to monitor the matatu sector due to opaque ownership data.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    NTSA summons nine PSV operators over safety concerns

    Kenya's NTSA has summoned nine public service vehicle operators, including Manchester Travellers Coach Limited, to address serious safety concerns regarding their operations.

Sources

kenyans.co.ke · rtgdigital.com · uzalendonews.co.ke