Nakuru residents have hit out at the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) over the increased accidents along the Salgaa black spot. They accuse NTSA of failing to put into place measure to curb accidents.
Joachim Njui a youth leader from Rongai who lost a friend in the accident has proposed the upgrading of the Salgaa-Rongai-Esagari-Eladama Ravine road for vehicles headed for Eldoret.
“The route is shorter, safer and will ease the traffic using the highway,” Njui said .
Another resident, Mr Saida Musa has proposed the expansion of that section of the road from Molo River. He said by creating more lanes, the trucks which reportedly cause accidents will be using their own lane thus reduce accidents.
Residents said that NTSA had failed on its role as the highway safety authority, but NTSA chairman Lee Kinyajui absolved it of any blame.
“In the past, accidents were caused by trucks rolling down the escarpment and hitting on other vehicles. Drunk driving and substance abuse remain key challenges, especially among young drivers. As we condole with the family let us confront our behaviour and attitudes that contribute to making our roads safer. 80 percent of accidents are caused by human factors” Lee said