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Transport stakeholders call out CS Chirchir as accidents rise

Road Safety Association of Kenya Chairman David Njoroge and Matatu Owners Association President Albert Karakacha during an interview on Spice FM on August 12, 2025. [Spice FM]

The Matatu Owners Association and the Road Safety Association of Kenya have accused the government of turning a blind eye to 'systemic corruption' and 'negligence', leading to recent deadly road crashes.

Speaking on Spice FM on Tuesday, August 12, Albert Karakacha, President of the Matatu Owners Association, faulted Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir for only engaging stakeholders on financial matters and relegating road safety issues.

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