The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has revealed plans to privatize its motor vehicle inspection units across the country.
NTSA Director Zachary Mukui says the move is meant to address congestions that have been an order of the day in its 17 inspection units situated in various parts of the country.
Speaking in Eldoret during a matatu sensitization forum, Mukui said the inclusion of private vehicles in the inspection requirement had overwhelmed existing units hence need for the service to be privatized.
Unlike in the past, all private cars are now required to be inspected at least once in a year.
“There are a lot of vehicles that need to be inspected and the existing 17 units are definitely not sufficient to effectively offer this service,” he said.
“The inclusion of private vehicles for inspection has even made things worse. As of now, we are overstretched,” he added.
He further dismissed fears that ongoing re-training of public transport driver was a punitive measure.
“All we want is to ensure our drivers are up to date with the emerging trends and challenges on our roads and there is no need to worry about the refresher courses,” said Mukui.