Githurai 45: Another Gruesome Accident Reported at Black Spot Along Thika Superhighway

• Githurai 45 has once again turned into a scene of tragedy as a motorbike, two saloon cars, and a lorry collided along the busy Thika Superhighway
• This comes barely a month since over five lives were lost at the same spot when a matatu rammed into roadside hawkers
• The incident has fueled public outcry, with residents demanding urgent government action, including the installation of speed bumps to prevent further bloodshed

Nairobi – A serious road accident involving a motorbike, two saloon cars, and a lorry occurred at Githurai 45 along the busy Thika Superhighway.

The news shared on social media by radio host Jeff Kuria sparked renewed public concern over road safety in the area.

Eyewitnesses share details about Githurai 45 crash

Eyewitnesses at the scene reported scenes of horror and distress, however, there are still no official details about the casualties.

The area around Githurai 45 has become notorious for accidents in recent months, with locals now calling on the government to take immediate action.

In another recent crash reported around the Mumbi area, two motorcycles and a tuk-tuk were involved in a collision, leaving one man seriously injured.

One of the major demands by residents is the installation of speed bumps to slow down vehicles approaching the stretch.

Kenyans demand speed bumps in Githurai 45

Social media has also been awash with heartfelt prayers and appeals, particularly for men who face dangerous commutes daily.

“Ladies, let's be praying for our men when they step out to hustle,” urged Purity Muthee in a viral post.

“That place is becoming too much. Just last week, six people died at the same spot,” Jay Muthama lamented.

“Just witnessed and I couldn't control my tears,” Francy Nimu, an emotional bystander, stated.

As of the time of filing this report, authorities have yet to release an official statement on the cause of the accident or any casualties involved.

However, traffic officers have urged drivers and motorcyclists to exercise extreme caution, especially along accident-prone zones like Githurai 45.

Matatu rams into Githurai roadside hawkers

The incident comes barely a month after several people died when a matatu lost control and crashed into roadside hawkers in Githurai.

Eyewitnesses reported that the matatu swerved to avoid a minor collision before veering off the road and striking pedestrians.

Over five victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while others died from their injuries en route to the hospital.

Authorities confirmed that over three individuals sustained critical injuries, while several others were treated for minor injuries and rushed to Kenyatta National Hospital for further care.

Mosiria orders hawkers to leave road reserves

In the wake of the tragic accident, Nairobi's Environment chief officer Geoffrey Mosiria expressed deep concern over the preventable loss of life.

Mosiria urged hawkers to relocate from the road reserves to safer areas and issued a final warning to those who would flaunt the directive.

He extended a heartfelt appeal to vendors along Nairobi streets, stressing the importance of safety over profits to prevent future accidents.

Proofreading by Jackson Otukho, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.

Source: TUKO.co.ke