Kenyan Catholic Bishops Urge Road Safety as Church Mourns 17 Killed on Journey to Subukia Marian Shrine

The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops is calling for increased road safety following a vehicle accident in Salama that killed 16 parishioners and their driver. The victims were traveling to the Subukia National Marian Shrine for National Prayer Day.

In a joint condolence message dated October 3, the bishops expressed solidarity with the families of the deceased, the St. Mathias Mulumba Mikindani Parish, and the Catholic Archdiocese of Mombasa.

Archbishop Anthony Muheria of the Catholic Archdiocese of Nyeri urged motorists transporting pilgrims and large groups over long distances to follow traffic regulations, avoid speeding or dangerous overtaking, and ensure vehicles are roadworthy. He also advised drivers to take adequate rest during long trips. Bishop Joseph Maluki Mwongela, Coadjutor Bishop of Machakos Diocese, also appealed to drivers to exercise caution to protect lives on the road.