At Least Ten Pupils Injured, Others Feared Dead in Southern Bypass Bus Accident.
At least ten pupils sustained severe injuries, while others are feared dead after a bus accident occurred along the Southern Bypass near the Ole Sereni Hotel.
The tragic incident happened at approximately 3 pm on Saturday, November 23, when the bus transporting the students reportedly lost control and overturned along the busy ring road.
Videos shared online depicted the aftermath of the crash, showing the bus overturned and lying in an upside-down position.
Rescuers were seen working urgently to evacuate those trapped beneath the wreckage.
Footage further revealed extensive damage to the front of the bus, with shattered glass scattered across the road, illustrating the severity of the collision.
Emergency Response and Casualties
Local residents quickly mobilized to help the injured students, transporting them to nearby hospitals using private cars and motorcycles.
However, at the time of reporting, authorities had not yet confirmed the total number of pupils involved in the accident.
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Shortly afterward, police officers arrived at the scene to secure the area and oversee the removal of the wreckage. Residents observed the rescue operations from a distance.
Rising Road Accidents Nationwide
The tragic event on the Southern Bypass is part of a worrying trend of increasing road accidents in recent weeks.
Just a day earlier, a separate crash claimed five lives along the Karatina-Sagana highway in Kirinyaga County.
On Friday, November 22, a lorry carrying maize lost control and collided with two oncoming cars, killing five individuals instantly.
Footage from the scene revealed the two cars extensively damaged, while the front of the lorry sustained significant destruction. The accident caused a prolonged traffic snarl-up on the highway.
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In response to the rising number of road accidents, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi recently instructed the National Police Service (NPS) to enforce stricter measures on vehicle roadworthiness.
He directed traffic police officers to ensure all public service vehicles (PSVs) meet required safety standards, including proper documentation and valid licenses.
He emphasized the importance of vehicles being registered under Saccos or recognized institutions and adhering to their designated routes.
Mudavadi further mandated that every PSV display its Sacco or company name, inspection status, and hold a valid Road Service License. These measures are intended to enhance road safety and curb the escalating number of fatalities on Kenyan roads.
At Least Ten Pupils Injured, Others Feared Dead in Southern Bypass Bus Accident.
