Eight Killed in Kirinyaga Road Accident

Kirinyaga, Kenya | August 1, 2026

At least eight people have died following a tragic road accident involving a lorry and a tuk-tuk in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, early Saturday morning. Several other victims sustained injuries and were rushed to nearby health facilities for treatment as emergency responders worked to clear the scene.

According to police, the collision occurred along a busy section of the road when the two vehicles crashed under circumstances that are still under investigation. The impact left the tuk-tuk extensively damaged, with multiple passengers losing their lives at the scene while others were rescued with varying degrees of injuries.

Officers from the National Police Service and emergency response teams responded promptly, recovering the bodies and assisting the injured before launching investigations to establish the cause of the accident. Authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations as investigations into the cause of the crash continue.

The latest tragedy has once again raised concerns over road safety in the country, with stakeholders calling for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and greater vigilance among road users to help reduce the rising number of fatal accidents.

Police urged motorists to observe speed limits, avoid reckless driving and ensure their vehicles are roadworthy as investigations continue.