Kisumu Road Accident Death Toll Rises to 25 as Nation Mourns

The death toll from Friday evening’s grisly road accident along the Kisumu–Kakamega Highway has risen to 25, Health Principal Secretary Dr. Ouma Olunga has confirmed.

Speaking at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) late Friday night, Dr. Olunga revealed that 21 victims died at the scene, while four others succumbed shortly after arriving at the facility.

He further stated that 28 patients, including a child, are currently admitted and receiving treatment.

“We have mobilized all health workers on duty and alerted additional personnel to ensure the injured get the best possible care,” Olunga said.

To support the injured, a blood donation drive will commence at 9:00 AM on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Leresian Park within JOOTRH.

“We are also working closely with the county government and surrounding hospitals to respond to this tragedy. Blood donation drives are already underway to meet the needs of those who lost blood,” he added.

The accident occurred at the Coptic roundabout, just outside Kisumu City, when a school bus belonging to AIC Naki High School reportedly lost control, veered off the road, and plunged into a ditch.

According to reports, the victims—mostly from Nyakach—were relatives and friends returning from the funeral of a family member in the Nyahera area.

Dr. Olunga, accompanied by Kisumu Deputy Governor Mathews Owili, commended the swift response from medical staff, the Kenya Red Cross, and security agencies.

“This is devastating for the entire nation,” the PS said. “We stand with the bereaved families and wish the injured a quick recovery.”

Other leaders present at JOOTRH included Kisumu West MP Rosa Buyu, Kisumu Central MP Dr. Joshua Oron, Nyakach MP Aduma Owour, and Dr. Greggory Ganda, CECM for Health in Kisumu County.

The tragic accident has plunged the entire region into mourning, with leaders urging the public to turn up in large numbers for the blood drive to help save lives.