Kenya Railways Corporation has warned content creators, videographers and photographers against using railway tracks as filming or photoshoot locations, citing serious safety risks and legal consequences.
The advisory follows growing concern over individuals accessing active rail corridors to create social media content, often underestimating the danger posed by moving trains and restricted infrastructure.
Kenya Railways stressed that railway environments are operational zones, not public recreation or creative spaces, and warned that unauthorised access could lead to fatal accidents or prosecution under railway safety laws.
No shot is worth your life.
— Kenya Railways (@KenyaRailways_) May 6, 2026
Railway tracks are not a photoshoot location—they’re restricted, unpredictable, and dangerous. Protect yourself, your crew and your clients by keeping a safe distance.
Let’s create responsibly and promote safety together.#tutunzereli #krcares pic.twitter.com/NP3ISrbfkd
In a statement shared on X, the corporation urged creatives to prioritise safety while producing content.
“No shot is worth your life. Railway tracks are not a photoshoot location; they’re restricted, unpredictable and dangerous. Protect yourself, your crew and your clients by keeping a safe distance. Let’s create responsibly and promote safety together,” the statement read.
The warning comes amid rising cases of individuals risking their lives for viral content, with authorities noting that trains can approach silently and unexpectedly.
Kenya Railways said trespassing on railway property could result in fines or prosecution, while also disrupting operations and endangering staff.
The corporation urged creatives to conduct shoots in safe, designated environments and coordinate with authorities where necessary.
Safety advocates have backed the advisory, warning that railway corridors remain among the most dangerous infrastructure zones due to high-speed trains, electrified systems and limited visibility.
Officials say creativity should never come at the expense of human life or public safety.