President Uhuru Kenyatta has expressed condolences to the families of all the bereaved, following Saturday night's accident along Naivasha-Nakuru highway.
The grisly accident saw 39 people killed, scores injured and are admitted to hospital.
The fatalities included 11 officers from the General Service Unit (GSU) who provide VIP protection, including to the President.
"President Uhuru Kenyatta wishes to express his condolences to the families of all the bereaved, including the young families of the gallant officers from the GSU. He also wishes all the injured quick recovery,'' said State House spokesperson Manoah Esipisu.
He said the President’s thoughts and prayers were with the families of those who lost their lives.
"He joins all Kenyans in praying for the families affected, that they have the strength to overcome this tragedy.''
The accident was caused by a Ugandan canter mini-van, that was ferrying inflammable materials, which lost control and hit vehicles from oncoming traffic at Karai area.