High court orders NTSA to stop arresting overspeeding motorists

The introduction of speed limits on major highways leading in to the city has got many motorists complaining about the practicality of the new regulations.

On Tuesday, the Law Society of Kenya through lawyer Harrison Kinyanjui filed a case before the high court seeking orders to stop the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) from continuing with the implementation of the 50 km/h speed limit.

Kinyanjui argued that motorists were being harassed even where there were no road signs  terming the move unconstitutional. He also termed as punitive and contrary to the law the threat by NTSA to inspect any car imported in to the country more than four years ago starting January 2015.

Lawyer Kinyanjui also argued that the notice to have all driving licenses renewed on the online platform is restrictive and oppressive as 72% of Kenyans lack access to internet connectivity

Justice George Odunga in his ruling indicated that the regulations published by NTSA were not applicable since they were not specific on speed limits. In turn, the judge suspended the gazette notice until further orders are issued by the court.