- Poor road design, reckless speeding, and heavy traffic have fueled repeated tragedies here. The prayers followed a series of crashes in late 2025, including one near Kariandusi that claimed 13 lives.
Kenyans online opine that prayer alone cannot solve the crisis on the Nakuru–Nairobi highway. Some are insisting that key players—government agencies, transport associations, and motorists themselves must take responsibility. Stronger enforcement, better road design, and disciplined driving are essential if lives are to be saved.
“As we pray we also should engage NTSA and government to give it a priority in expansion,” one Kenyan wrote on Facebook. Another added: “Prayer is good. But can drivers also be cautious on these roads?”
Their voices echoed after February 8, 2026, when road transport stakeholders gathered at Kikopey, Gilgil, and Kariandusi for a special prayer session. The goal was clear: reduce accidents and promote safety along one of Kenya’s busiest routes.
Authorities frequently rank the Nakuru–Nairobi highway among the country’s deadliest roads. Gilgil and Kikopey appear repeatedly in accident reports, while Kariandusi—located between Gilgil and Nakuru—has also earned a reputation as a risky stretch, plagued by narrow lanes, high speeds, and congestion.
Poor road design, reckless speeding, and heavy traffic have fueled repeated tragedies here. The prayers followed a series of crashes in late 2025, including one near Kariandusi that claimed 13 lives.
The event drew drivers, traffic officers, clergy, and community members. Together, they sought divine intervention against the rising toll of accidents.
Organizers stressed that while road safety depends on practical measures; law enforcement, driver training, and proper vehicle maintenance—spiritual reflection and community solidarity also matter.
The gathering reminded Kenyans that road safety is a shared responsibility. Community leaders emphasized that these prayers were not only spiritual acts but also public awareness campaigns designed to inspire behavioral change.
By holding the session in visible public spaces, organizers hoped to reach thousands of road users. Their message was simple but urgent: vigilance, sobriety, and discipline behind the wheel save lives.
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