Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has vowed to end bribery on Kenyan roads by implementing an instant-fining system.
The system, currently being developed by the government, will allow traffic violators to pay fines instantly without being taken to court.
Murkomen, who is working to assert authority and restore order on Kenyan roads, stated that once implemented, the system will also boost government revenue.
“We will put an end to the issue of people being forced to pay bribes on the roads,” Murkomen said.
Speaking on Wednesday during a roundtable with development partners, Murkomen announced that soon, Kenyans who violate traffic rules will be required to pay fines on the spot.
“I believe that, since there are many traffic offenders, we will be able to generate revenue that will help us implement this strategic plan,” the CS said.
“There is money in this process. If it is considered ‘sin money,’ then it is important that it be used to support our strategic initiatives.”
Murkomen noted that his experience as the former Cabinet Secretary for Transport and Roads gives him an advantage in fostering collaboration to accelerate reforms that may have been delayed due to a lack of synergy.
“I am grateful to have previously served in the Ministry of Transport. One of the key challenges was the lack of partnership between the police and the transport infrastructure sector,” he said.
Murkomen also announced plans to convene a roundtable discussion with stakeholders from the transport and security sectors within the next two weeks to deliberate on the rollout of the instant fining system.
“The implementation of this system will put an end to the issue of people feeling pressured to pay bribes,” he emphasized.
He urged security sector players to focus on ensuring the safety and security of the country rather than being distracted by critics.
“In this sector, we are serious professionals. We are no longer engaging in political theatrics—we must stay focused on keeping our country safe and secure,” Murkomen said.
