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Festive rush, steady wheels: Slow down, stay safe on rural roads this season!

The mangled wreckage of the ill-fated matatu was involved in an accident that killed eight people in Nyamira, on December 14, 2025. [Stanley Ongwae, Standard]

Road accidents often rise during the festive season as many people travel to rural areas to visit relatives. Motorists, both private drivers and Public Service Vehicle (PSV) operators, are therefore urged to observe speed limits and avoid reckless driving during this period.

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