Nairobi: Police officers in Murang'a, led by County Police Commander Kemboi Kimaiyo, have launched a road safety sensitisation campaign targeting primary school children to curb the growing number of traffic accidents involving learners. The officers visited Technology Primary School on Monday, where they engaged pupils in interactive sessions on safe road use and personal safety. The initiative follows a trend of accidents that have claimed the lives of school children in the county.
According to Kenya News Agency, Commander Kimaiyo revealed that in July 2025, two pupils, one in Grade Two and another in Grade One, lost their lives in separate road accidents, while at least five other incidents involving children were reported across Murang'a County. Apart from road safety, the officers also took the opportunity to address issues such as drug abuse, gender-based violence, and crime prevention. Kimaiyo explained that they have cautioned children against loitering, accepting gifts from strangers, and separating from their parents or guardians, as such behaviors expose them to danger.
Deputy Police Commander Geoffrey Ruheni emphasized the importance of early awareness, saying education is key to prevention. He mentioned that they have informed the children about the dangers of technology such as cyberbullying, unsafe websites, and exposure to harmful online content, hoping that by teaching a few, the message spreads to their siblings and peers. Ruheni also urged drivers to adhere to speed limits, avoid drunk driving, and ensure they are well-rested before taking the wheel.
County Traffic Enforcement Officer Stephen Wainaina called on parents, teachers, and the community to make road safety part of everyday conversations. He advised that children must be taught how to use roads carefully and how to cross safely, even where there are no zebra crossings. He further urged motorists to slow down near schools and residential areas, stressing that a child's safety depends on a driver's vigilance.
Technology Primary School Head Teacher, Beatrice Wachira, expressed gratitude to the police officers for their efforts, noting that hearing the message from law enforcement reinforces what learners are already taught. She said that when children hear these messages from police officers, it strengthens the lessons taught in school.