Ministry of Transport — government agency involved in public transport policy, matatu regulation, and fuel price negotiations during 2026 transport sector crises.
… According to Volume 6 on Traffic Control Facilities and the Traffic Signs Manual, the Ministry of Transport is mandated to ensure the speed limit sign boards are erected above pedestrian footways with a minimum clearance of 2.2m from the bottom of the sign to the pavement. …
… Procurement is being handled by the Ministry of Transport. Earlier reports had indicated the Sh375 billion contract would be split between CCCC and a Chivayo-linked company, identified as IMC Construction. …
… Other measures the President announced included directing the Ministry of Transport to engage financial institutions to explore temporary relief on lending terms for transport operators, ordering a review of the Insurance Act and the Auctioneers Act within three months, and direc …
… The President said the Ministry of Transport will engage financial institutions and explore temporary relief measures for transport operators facing financial challenges. …
… The transport leaders further disclosed that additional discussions would continue with the Ministry of Transport on unresolved matters affecting the sector, including weighbridge operations and PSV regulations. …
… Among the measures, the President said the Ministry of Transport would engage banks and financial institutions to explore temporary relief measures for transport operators struggling with loan repayments. …
… nwide transport strike, Mbadi said a meeting bringing together the National Treasury, the ministries of Transport and Energy and other officials was being convened, with a plan to engage matatu operators. “We have a meeting between the National Treasury, the Ministry of Transport …
… This evening actually at 4pm we have a meeting between the National Treasury, the Ministry of Transport together with the matatu operators just to discuss with them first, to understand where we are and explore any possibility of further action that can be taken,” Mbadi said. …
… They also urged local MCAs to enact laws strengthening road safety and challenged the Ministry of Transport to erect speed bumps to slow down motorists and trucks using the highway. …
Motorists are raising concerns about fines from the NTSA's automated speed camera system, claiming they are being penalised without sufficient warning, transparency, or an opportunity to challenge alleged offences. Complaints include multiple fines in a single journey, fines despite maintaining speed limits, poor signage placement, and questions about camera accuracy.
Motorists are raising concerns about fines from the NTSA's automated speed camera system, claiming they are being penalised without sufficient warning, transparency, or an opportunity to challenge alleged offences. Complaints include multiple fines in a single journey, fines despite maintaining speed limits, poor signage placement, and questions about camera accuracy.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has reaffirmed commitment to the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transport project, which includes a 30-kilometre underground railway linking Eastlands to the CBD with 25 stations, expected to ease traffic congestion and integrate with Bus Rapid Transit and commuter rail services.
Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir disputed reports that the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport upgrade contract had been awarded to China Roads and Bridges Corporation and controversial Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, saying the company "did not participate in this project as a bidder and has no role, involvement or association whatsoever." Chirchir also clarified that the contract cost will not exceed Sh154.2 billion, contrary to claims it would cost Sh375 billion.
President Ruto directed a KSh10 reduction in diesel prices for the June-July cycle and defended the government's fuel price support measures—including Petroleum Development Fund use and a 50 per cent VAT reduction—saying they have committed KSh28.19 billion across recent pricing cycles to cushion Kenyans from Middle East conflict-driven fuel price pressures.
The Federation of Public Transport Sector called off a nationwide fuel strike following talks with President William Ruto at State House Mombasa, after the government agreed to address grievances including insurance claims, auctioneering practices, and fuel-related operating costs. The strike had caused major transport disruptions and forced thousands of commuters to walk long distances.
President William Ruto has directed the National Transport and Safety Authority to allow matatu operators to use graffiti and artwork on public service vehicles, saying the government will facilitate an enabling environment for artistic expression while ensuring safety and respect for other road users.
National Treasury CS John Mbadi said the government will hold talks with matatu operators to explore additional measures to cushion Kenyans from high fuel prices, with a meeting bringing together the National Treasury, the ministries of Transport and Energy being convened.
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi defended the government's handling of soaring fuel prices during a transport strike that paralysed public transport, saying the government is engaging stakeholders and exploring interventions while maintaining that aggressive subsidies could destabilize the economy if the global fuel crisis persists.
Religious leaders in Webuye East and Webuye West have called on the national government to expand the Webuye–Kitale highway, install signage, deploy traffic officers, and erect speed bumps following a recent crash that claimed at least 15 lives.