At Least 22 Dead After Bus Collides with Truck on Mombasa Road
At least 22 people have died following a horrific road accident involving a bus and a truck on the Nairobi–Mombasa Highway in Makueni County on Sunday morning, October 25, 2026.
Police confirmed the deaths following the collision, which also left several other people injured. The injured victims were taken for medical treatment.
According to the Associated Press, the passengers were reportedly returning from a funeral when the accident occurred.
Makueni County Commissioner Abdullahi Khalif warned that the death toll could rise as more information about the incident becomes available.
What Happened on the Nairobi–Mombasa Highway?
The accident involved a passenger bus and a truck on one of Kenya’s busiest transport routes, which connects Nairobi with the coastal city of Mombasa.
The exact circumstances that led to the collision had not been established at the time of reporting.
Authorities are expected to investigate the incident to determine how the two vehicles collided and whether any factors contributed to the tragedy.
The identities of the victims and the full extent of the injuries had not been confirmed in the initial report.
Another Deadly Accident on the Same Highway
The latest tragedy has renewed concerns about road safety on the Nairobi–Mombasa Highway.
The crash occurred just three weeks after another accident on the same highway killed 17 people.
The National Transport and Safety Authority has identified the stretch where Sunday’s collision occurred as an accident black spot, meaning it is considered particularly dangerous.
The authority has said recommendations had previously been made to address safety concerns along the route.
The repeated loss of lives has intensified calls for stronger road-safety enforcement, improved highway safety measures and greater caution among motorists.
Authorities Warn the Death Toll Could Rise
Makueni County Commissioner Abdullahi Khalif said the number of fatalities could increase.
Several injured passengers were receiving treatment, while authorities continued to establish the full circumstances surrounding the crash.
The identities of those who died and further details about the injured passengers are expected to emerge as official information becomes available.
Families affected by the tragedy face a difficult wait as they seek information about their loved ones.
Road Safety Concerns Return to the Spotlight
Kenya continues to face serious road-safety challenges, particularly on major highways used by passenger buses, trucks and private vehicles.
Speeding and poor road conditions have previously been identified as contributing factors in crashes across the country, although authorities had not established the cause of Sunday’s collision.
The latest accident is a painful reminder of the importance of responsible driving, proper vehicle maintenance, enforcement of traffic regulations and improvements to dangerous sections of major roads.
As investigations continue, attention will turn to establishing what caused the collision and what can be done to prevent another tragedy.
This is a developing story. RickyMedia.co.ke will update this report as authorities release further verified information.
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