17 Killed in Tragic Road Crash on Kenya’s Mombasa-Nairobi Highway

17 killed in Kenya road crash as pilgrims among victims. Accident involved multiple vehicles on Nairobi-Mombasa highway.

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October 3, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Nairobi, Kenya — At least 17 people were killed in a devastating road accident on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway, with most victims identified as pilgrims traveling to a religious site.

The crash occurred early Saturday morning, around 12:10 a.m. on October 3, 2026, in the Salama area of Makueni County. A lorry reportedly lost control after its brakes failed and collided with several vehicles, including a 14-seater matatu, causing a chain reaction that led to multiple fatalities.

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Makueni County Commissioner Khalif confirmed the death toll, noting that the accident took place near Salama Hill. The incident has sparked concern over road safety along one of Kenya’s busiest routes, which connects the coastal city of Mombasa with the capital, Nairobi.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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