Texting can wait, your life can't, says NTSA as it warns against phone use while crossing roads
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) in Kenya is urging pedestrians to avoid using mobile phones or headphones while crossing roads to reduce traffic fatalities. The authority has begun enforcement operations, including arrests, to ensure compliance with safety rules.
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Highlights critical public safety issues regarding pedestrian behavior and the enforcement of traffic regulations in urban environments.
AI Illustration The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has urged pedestrians to avoid using mobile phones or wearing headphones while crossing roads, warning that distractions are contributing to preventable road crashes and fatalities.
NTSA appealed to members of the public to remain alert whenever crossing roads by keeping their heads up, paying attention to traffic and using designated crossing points.
"Distractions can wait; your life can't. Avoid using phones or wearing headphones while crossing the road. Keep your head up, stay aware, and use safe designated crossing points. Enjoy chatting and music, but not when crossing," NTSA said.
The advisory comes as the authority intensifies its road safety campaign targeting unsafe pedestrian behaviour across Nairobi.
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