NTSA must clear footbridges before arresting pedestrians
A neglected Muthurwa footbridge which links Haile Selassie Avenue to Muthurwa Market in Nairobi, pictured on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Cycling • While watching cycling races, Charles Wakaba Kamanga has been wondering whether Athletics Kenya has tried to encourage our world conquering long distance athletes to delve into the sport. “I am quite convinced that due to their durability and stamina, they stand a very good chance of dominating the sport.” His contact is [email protected].
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Politics • The parliamentary by-election in Ol Kalou, Nyandarua County, has presented a rare occurrence on the Kenyan political scene, mimicking a scientific practice, says Muriithi King’au. “The by-election is being quoted like a research paper in many political forums, more so by the opposition brigade. The ‘authors’ must be reeling in pride!” His contact is [email protected].
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Campaigns • The race to the 2027 General Election, says university don XN Iraki, will be full of “political balloons”. He explains: “These are presidential candidates who will be given limelight and publicity. They will then be deflated by time and exhaustion. One year is a long time in politics. Don’t dance before the guests have arrived!” His contact is [email protected].
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Safety • Foot bridges are built for the safety of pedestrians and to enable smooth movement of vehicles, says George Mburu, noting that the National Transport and Safety Authority is arresting pedestrians who refuse to use them. “But they should first clear the bridges of traders using them as shops and bike riders using them as roads, making them unsafe.” His contact is [email protected].
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Kindness • We still have kind-hearted public servants! declares Damson Opiyo Onger. “Last Thursday, I was recalled to the NSSF Kisumu office for fingerprint taking after the original got spoilt. A lady officer not only apologised for the inconvenience, but facilitated the process and sent me Sh200 to supplement my fare back home. I was really humbled.” His contact is [email protected].
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