President William Ruto has led Kenyans in mourning the death of 45 people in a tragic road accident in Londiani, along the Nakuru-Kericho highway.
There were fears the death toll could rise to 55, as some bodies remained trapped in the wreckage.
The President said it was worrying that some of those who had died in the accident are promising young people.
Ruto called on motorists to drive carefully during this rainy season as he wished to who sustained injuries quick recoveries.
"The country mourns with the families who have lost loved ones in a horrific road accident in Londiani, Kericho County. It is distressing that some of the fatalities are young people with a promising future and business people who were on their daily chores.
"We pray for the speedy recovery of all survivors; you are in our thoughts. We urge motorists to be extra cautious on roads, especially now when we are experiencing heavy rainfall," the president said in a statement.
Opposition leader Raila Odinga also said it was sad that the country has lost so many people in a single accident.
The former Prime Minister urged drivers and other road users to be extra cautious.
"This is a sad day for our country…as many children have been orphaned and many widowed... To the injured, we wish them quick recovery," Raila said.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua also said the horrific road accident spells unspeakable loss to our nation.
He added that it is painful to lose loved ones at any age, especially in a tragic road accident like this.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost their loved ones and quick recovery to the survivors of this tragic road accident. I urge maximum care on our roads at all times by all road users."
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