Security heightened nationwide ahead of New Year festivities, with police deployed to entertainment joints, roads to maintain order; Police IG Kanja says fireworks limited to licensed operators.
Interior Ministry recalls all officers from leave ahead of the festive season, activates a multi-agency command centre to curb insecurity and traffic violations.
The Chief Justice noted that the move was a necessary response to the increasing rise in traffic fatalities.
Unroadworthy vehicles blamed for accidents that have claimed 4,500 people this year in the country would be impounded.