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Road accidents this year: January 1 to February 11

Pedestrians lead in fatalities with 216, compared with 163 recorded last year.

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by WILLIAM WANYOIKE

Infographics13 February 2024 - 18:39
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In Summary


  • The statistics are an increase compared to deaths recorded during the same period in 2023 which stood at 537.
  • Motorcyclists recorded 140 deaths representing a decrease when compared to 151  recorded in 2023.

Road accidents across the country have claimed 563 lives since the year started.

These deaths, according to data from the National Transport and Safety Authority, occurred  between January 1 to February 11, 2024

The statistics are an increase compared to deaths recorded during the same period in 2023 which stood at 537.

Pedestrians lead in fatalities with 216, compared with 163 recorded last year.

Following closely are passengers who recorded 109 deaths which is 11 more compared to the 98 recorded in 2023.

Motorcyclists recorded 140 deaths representing a decrease when compared to 151  recorded in 2023.


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