- A Nairobi man received two separate NTSA speed camera fines within weeks, first on the Superhighway and then on the Eastern Bypass
- The Eastern Bypass fine of KSh 500 was issued after his vehicle was recorded travelling at 88 km/h in an 80 km/h zone
- The motorist also raised concerns about NTSA’s payment system, noting that fines can only be settled through a KCB agent with no till or paybill option available
A Nairobi motorist has gone public with his frustration after receiving two speed camera fines from the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) within weeks, sparking a wider debate online about speed limits on Kenyan bypass roads and expressways.
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The man shared the ordeal on Facebook, revealing that the first fine was issued after he was caught doing 92 km/h on the Superhighway during a day when roads were unusually clear following a marathon.
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A few days later, a second notice arrived, this time from a camera on the Eastern Bypass opposite Nyayo Barracks, where his vehicle was recorded at 88 km/h against a posted speed limit of 80 km/h, attracting a KSh 500 penalty.
Nairobi Man’s NTSA Fines and the Payment Problem
Beyond the speed limits themselves, Orwaru took issue with how NTSA handles payment for instant fines.
He noted that motorists are required to physically locate a KCB agent to settle the amount, with no paybill or till number option currently available, a process he described as unnecessarily burdensome.
NTSA has previously issued guidance on how to pay instant fines and warned the public against SMS scams impersonating the authority. According to a recent communication by the transport authority, motorists are advised to verify any fine notices they receive and follow the official payment channels.
Kenyans React to Speed Camera Fines
The post drew significant reaction from Kenyans who shared similar experiences and divided opinions on whether the speed limits are appropriate.
@Andota Wes suggested a workaround, writing: “There’s a small secret… delay paying that one, that system can’t fine you again before you pay a previous fine… or so we think.”
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@Ochola Olelo shared a steeper penalty: “Suffered the same fate. Doing 84 at 50kph stretch while dashing to work. Penalty 10gs!!!”
@Dukakis Kohè added: “Me too….10k….😬😬😬”
@Anil R Tailor proposed a possible solution for medical professionals: “Maybe KMA could ask for speeding fine exemptions for doctors’ cars registered on their system so that in case of emergency, you are allowed to speed like ambulances.”
Not everyone was sympathetic to the complaints.
@Obwogo Subiri defended the speed limits, writing: “Those speed limits are supposed to protect pedestrians. As long as the speed limit is indicated, please obey it. I’ve seen pedestrians and school children killed on the spot by careless drivers, especially matatus.”
@Ma Jobs clarified the rules: “A rule: All bypasses around Nairobi (Eastern, Southern, Northern, Western extending to Ruaka plus Expressway max is 80kph unless otherwise indicated. Most road signs have been vandalised, though.”
@Leon Muigai appeared unfazed by his own pending fine: “Walinitumia na sijalipa, nangoja wanishike 😅”
Nairobi motorist promises to take NTSA to court
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In other news, TUKO shared details about a Nairobi motorist who received a KSh 10,000 speeding ticket after being caught driving at 68km/h on a stretch of road he claims lacks a clear speed limit.
His refusal to pay the fine and plans to contest it in court have sparked widespread debate about the fairness of NTSA’s speed enforcement measures.
Source: NGBREAKINGNEWS
