NTSA summons nine PSV operators over safety concerns
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) in Kenya has summoned nine public service vehicle operators to address unspecified safety concerns. The operators are required to appear before the authority on September 8, 2026, to discuss potential regulatory violations.
Why it matters
This action highlights increased regulatory oversight in Kenya's public transport sector, which is vital for the safety of millions of daily commuters.
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) offices/FILE
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has summoned nine public service vehicle (PSV) operators to appear before the authority over safety concerns.
In a statement, NTSA said it had exercised its powers to call in the operators after observing issues that raised concerns about the safety of passengers and other road users.
The authority said the affected operators are required to appear before NTSA on September 8, 2026, for further engagement on the safety concerns identified.
“In exercising its powers, the Authority has summoned a number of public service vehicle operators after observing serious safety concerns,” NTSA said.
The operators summoned are Moyale Raha Transporter's Company Limited, Etams Classic Limited, Eastern Link Travellers Company Limited, Manchester Travellers Coach Limited and Lake Naivasha Maii-Mahiu Line Service Limited.
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