A multi-vehicle accident involving a Tahmeed bus has been reported along the Nairobi–Mombasa Highway between Machakos Junction and Kathumani Junction.

According to the a video shared by the Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association of Kenya (LODCA), the road traffic incident occurred on the night of July 7.

Seven people are feared dead and at least 35 others injured following a road accident involving a Tahmeed bus and an oncoming trailer at Kapiti, near Konza, along the Nairobi–Mombasa Highway.

Police, emergency responders, and members of the public are continuing rescue efforts. At the same time, four bodies have so far been moved to the Machakos Level 5 Hospital mortuary as heavy traffic builds up along the highway.

Witnesses present stated that the accident involved a Tahmeed bus and five other vehicles at the Machakos Junction and Kathumani Junction.

Further, the witnesses clarified that the Tahmeed bus involved in the accident at the Machakos Junction and Kathumani Junction has the registration number KDL 079S.

“Here there is a tragic accident that has occurred from this junction between Machakos and Kathumani. It is an accident that has involved at least five vehicles at night,” the witness explained.

Further, he added that rescue processes were still ongoing, with responders present at the scene trying to evacuate the passengers stranded in the Tahmeed bus and the other vehicles.

Public Reaction to the Tahmeed Bus

Following the accident on the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway, members of the public have raised concerns about the transport system in the country.

Some members of the public, such as John Maina, have alleged that the drivers who operate the involved bus are usually arrogant and ignorant of the traffic rules, which is the reason for accidents from the bus company.

While some claim that the accidents are mostly the fault of drivers and vehicle operators, and even state that they cannot use the Tahmeed company for travel, James Kavila has differed from this opinion.

According to John Kavila, the accidents most likely occur due to the road structure and have called for the expansion of the highway roads to allow for effective transportation.

Emergency Responders and Officials on the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway Crash 

Emergency responders are reportedly at the scene attending to the incident, with the police expected to release official information on casualties, injuries, or the cause of the crash.

More details on the accident are expected once police, rescue teams, and other relevant agencies provide verified updates.

The Kenya Bus World  (KBW™) has issued a statement to the Tahmeed company regarding the accident, wishing for the quick recovery of all those who have sustained injuries during the July 7 accident on the route to Mumias-Mombasa.

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A multi-vehicle accident involving a Tahmeed bus has been reported along the Nairobi–Mombasa Highway between Machakos Junction and Kathumani Junction.
Traffic Jam along Mombasa Road. PHOTO/UGC