One dead, several injured after bus crashes into vehicles on Valley Road

At least one person was killed on Monday morning while dozens were injured after a bus crash on Valley Road, Nairobi.

Police said the bus lost control while descending Valley Road before crashing into several vehicles. This left many drivers and passengers who were in the vehicles trapped, police said.

The area is hilly, and most of the buses using it at times get stuck.

The road is usually busy at rush hour.

On Monday, the City Shuttle bus lost control as it raced on Valley Road in Nairobi and crashed into the vehicles ahead of it and oncoming ones. Police said the injured were rushed to various hospitals.

The accident caused a huge traffic jam on the busy road as police responded to clear the mess.

Police said they are investigating the incident as they diverted vehicles to other routes.

This came amid concerns that most buses on the roads are not worth operating.

Fatal accidents have been on the rise in the country amid efforts to address the menace.

These have left many families suffering as they lose their loved ones who at times were depended on in many ways.

There is a campaign to address the accident menace in the country. Close to 5,000 people were killed in separate accidents in 2025.

Officials say reckless overtaking, speeding, and drunk driving remain among the leading causes of road accidents across the country, continuing to claim lives despite sustained public safety campaigns by National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA).

Mechanical failures from poorly maintained vehicles, including worn tyres and faulty brakes, have also been identified as significant contributors to the growing number of crashes.

In addition to driver negligence, poor road conditions such as potholes, confusing signage, and inadequate lighting make travel increasingly dangerous.