Peaceful Manyatta-Vihiga Protests: Residents Demand Action After Repeated Deaths Near Mosque

Residents of Manyatta in Vihiga County today held peaceful demonstrations, calling on authorities to urgently address a dangerous road section that has claimed multiple lives.

The protests, which took place without any destruction or injuries, saw community members come together in unity to demand the installation of a speed bump near Manyatta Mosque—a blackspot where several people, including school-going children, have lost their lives due to speeding vehicles.

Parents' Emotional Plea

Emotions ran high as parents and locals expressed their pain and frustration. One resident tearfully said:

"Sisi wazazi tuliozaa ndio tunaumia tukiona watoto wetu wakikufia kwa hii barabara 😭, tunaomba serikali itusaidie." ("We as parents are the ones hurting when we see our children dying on this road. We are asking the government to help us.")

Call for Immediate Action

The residents are now urging the Kenya National Highways Authority (KENHA) to act swiftly and install traffic calming measures to prevent further loss of life.

Despite the deep anger and grief, the demonstration remained calm and orderly, with locals emphasizing that their goal is not chaos, but safety for their families and especially their children.

Road Safety Concerns

The situation highlights growing concerns over road safety in the area, with residents warning that unless immediate action is taken, more innocent lives could be lost.

As pressure mounts, all eyes are now on KENHA and relevant authorities to respond to the cries of Manyatta residents and implement a lasting solution.