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Why Senate holds key to new road safety rules

Why Senate holds key to new road safety rules

Senators argued that the regulations could lead to increased transport costs.

A police officer and an official from the National Transport and Safety Authority inspect vehicles at Salgaa area along the Nakuru-Eldoret Highway on December 4, 2025 as part of a renewed effort to curb road accidents during the festive season.

The rejection of new safety regulations for public, private and school motor vehicles by the Senate has slammed the brakes on the Ministry of Transport from proceeding with their implementation

The new regulations were developed by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) to impose stricter rules as part of the measures to bring sanity to the roads and tame avoidable accidents.

The exposure covers 13 projects signed or advanced under President Ruto and his predecessor Uhuru, with contract terms ranging from 10 to 30 years.

The organisation claims the materials are being transported using privately owned vehicles.

Dangote's share sale targets millions of ordinary citizens who can buy shares with as little as Sh520.

A barrel of the commodity has soared to $115.91 (Sh15,054.39).

The project seeks to strengthen national soil information systems and promote the use of reliable soil data to improve soil fertility, agricultural productivity and resilience

Locals are using makeshift coolers made of wet blankets and 10-litre jerrycans to keep drinking water cold.

Clerk wants the court to award him Sh2.1 million.

The international rugby player is pushing for reduced plastic use and more sustainable practices in sport.

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