By Michelle Ndaga.
At least seven people have died following a grisly head-on collision between a Nailepu Sacco matatu and a lorry along the Nairobi-Namanga Highway.
The fatal crash occurred on Saturday, August 9, at Korompoi, near Kitengela, with police reporting that the impact was so severe several victims died instantly. Isinya Sub County Police Commander Simon Lomitari confirmed the fatalities, saying rescue operations began immediately after the accident to assist survivors and retrieve bodies from the wreckage.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene as emergency responders, including police and medics, worked to clear the highway and rush the injured to nearby hospitals. Authorities have yet to release the exact number of those injured but warned motorists to exercise caution on the busy route, especially during peak travel hours.
The cause of the crash is under investigation, with preliminary reports suggesting reckless driving could have played a role. The Nairobi–Namanga Highway is a key transport corridor, but it has also been a hotspot for fatal accidents in recent years.
