A bus and a lorry collided head-on near Mtito Andei on the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway. The accident happened at around 7:00 am on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
The bus was carrying passengers returning from a burial ceremony. Emergency services arrived at the scene quickly. Initial reports suggest dozens of people were feared dead.
The collision occurred beyond Mtito Andei, near Kanga. Local authorities confirmed the crash involved a passenger bus and a heavy goods vehicle. The exact number of casualties is still being assessed.
The Nairobi-Mombasa Highway is a major route in Kenya. The area around Mtito Andei is known for frequent traffic incidents. This crash is the latest in a series of road accidents reported in the region.
The Makueni Governor, Mutula Kilonzo Jr, has called for an investigation into the cause of the crash. Emergency teams are working to recover the victims.
The incident has raised concerns about road safety in the area. Local officials are urging drivers to exercise caution on the highway.
