By Andrew Kariuki

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has backed the installation of speed cameras and the imposition of instant fines for traffic offenders, saying the measures will help reduce road accidents.

Kindiki called for the lifting of court orders that have halted the implementation of the new traffic enforcement measures.

“We appeal to the Judiciary to support efforts to save lives by lifting orders that have stopped the use of speed cameras and instant fines. We must operationalize these road safety measures because we are losing too many people,” he said.

He spoke on Tuesday at Kabiruini Showground in Nyeri Town during an interdenominational funeral service for 16 people who died in a road accident along the Nyeri-Nyahururu highway last week.

The Deputy President said the rollout of speed cameras and instant fines is aimed at improving compliance with traffic rules and enhancing safety on the roads.

“We have rolled out speed cameras on highways. If you exceed the speed limit, the system will capture you and send a fine directly to your phone. If you fail to pay, your vehicle will be restricted from operating. Repeat offenders risk losing their driving licences,” he said.

Kindiki urged motorists to exercise caution, noting that speeding and poor vehicle maintenance remain leading causes of road accidents.

“We continue to lose many lives on our roads, mainly due to speeding and poorly maintained vehicles. If drivers reduce speed, they can better control their vehicles in unexpected situations,” he said.

He also conveyed condolences to the affected families, saying the government would support them.

“I am here to represent President William Ruto, who has engaged with the Nyeri Governor to ensure the families are supported. The President has personally supported the families. As a government, we will continue to support them,” he said.