Motorists Association Demands Crackdown on Rogue Driving Schools

Rising Road Carnage Sparks Concern
The Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) has urged action against rogue driving schools. Moreover, the call comes amid rising road accidents across the country early in the new year.

Training Gaps in Driving Schools
In a statement on Monday, January 5, MAK claimed most institutions fail to teach highway and night driving. Consequently, they still record 100 percent pass rates, leaving drivers partially competent on Kenyan roads.

NTSA Urged to Act
The association asked NTSA to strengthen oversight of driving schools. Additionally, they insisted comprehensive training is vital to ensure drivers are fully competent on the roads.

Licensing System Questioned
MAK accused NTSA of presiding over a corrupt licensing system. Furthermore, they demanded accountability for untrained drivers obtaining licences without proper testing.

Traffic Police Criticized
The association faulted traffic police for facilitating corruption on highways. Therefore, they claimed officers ignore blackspots while setting revenue-driven speed traps on safer sections.

Proposed Safety Interventions
MAK urged national and county governments to provide service roads, truck lay-bys, and pedestrian crossings. Moreover, they recommended proper lighting and land-use control around highways to improve safety.

Call for Highway Upgrades
The association demanded fast-tracking of dualling accident-prone corridors. Specifically, they highlighted the Nairobi-Nakuru and Nairobi-Mombasa highways as urgent priorities.

Recent Fatal Accidents
In three days, over 15 people died in crashes along major corridors. Additionally, 10 lives were lost in Naivasha after a bus collided with a shuttle.

Police Response
Nakuru County Police Commander Emmanuel Opuru confirmed emergency units were dispatched. Ultimately, he stressed the need for motorists to exercise caution on highways.