The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has rolled out an automated traffic fines management system targeting motorists who violate road regulations.
The Instant Fines Management System, launched on Monday, March 9, will monitor traffic offences on major highways and roads and send instant SMS alerts to motorists found violating traffic rules.
According to NTSA, the system is linked to surveillance cameras connected to the National Command and Control Centre, enabling authorities to detect traffic violations in real time.
Once an offence is captured, the cameras process the violation automatically and generate a fine linked to the motorist’s digital driving licence, after which the driver receives an SMS notification detailing the offence.
“This process is fully automated and operates without human intervention, ensuring greater transparency, efficiency, and accountability in traffic enforcement,” said Nashon Kondiwa, Director-General of the National Transport and Safety Authority.
The system targets common traffic offences including speeding, careless driving, misconduct by public service vehicle (PSV) operators, and pedestrian-related violations.
Motorists issued with fines will be required to settle the penalties within seven days through the branch network of KCB Group.
NTSA warned that drivers who fail to pay the fines within the stipulated period will incur additional charges. Drivers with pending fines will also be unable to access NTSA service platforms until the penalties are cleared.
“Motorists are advised to observe traffic regulations and respond promptly to official notifications received,” Kondiwa added.
Under the new system, penalties will vary depending on the nature and severity of the offence.
Driving without number plates, operating a vehicle without a valid inspection certificate, exceeding speed limits by 16–20 kilometres per hour, causing obstruction on the road, and employing unlicensed drivers or conductors will attract fines of KSh10,000.
Other offences include KSh5,000 penalties for driving on pavements or pedestrian walkways, touting, and failing to stop when required by a police officer in uniform.
Speeding penalties will be issued on a graduated scale. Motorists exceeding the limit by 1–5 kph will receive warnings, while those exceeding by 6–10 kph will face a KSh500 fine. Drivers exceeding the limit by 11–15 kph will be fined KSh3,000, while exceeding by 16–20 kph or more will attract the maximum penalty of KSh10,000.
