Nairobi County launches mobility enforcement unit to address traffic woes

The MEU will operationalize provisions of the Nairobi City County Transport Act, 2020, and consolidate enforcement efforts across the Mobility and Works Sector.

Governor Sakaja emphasized the unit’s key responsibilities: regulating public road transport and motorcycle operations (boda bodas and tuk-tuks), managing traffic flow and addressing congestion hotspots, and eliminating illegal parking and curbing disruptive street activities.

“This unit will centralize the regulation of public transport and traffic management to ensure order and dignity in our city,” Sakaja said.

The MEU will consist of four specialized units, each targeting specific areas: the Public Transport Unit, responsible for ensuring matatus and other public service vehicles comply with traffic regulations; the Traffic Marshal Unit (TMU), which oversees traffic flow and mitigates congestion in critical areas; the Motorcycle Transport Unit (MTU), monitoring safe operations of boda bodas and tuk-tuks; and the County Parking Unit (CPU), which manages parking systems and eliminates illegal practices.

The MEU will utilize existing county resources, ensuring that no additional financial burden falls on taxpayers. The centralized structure is expected to enhance efficiency, improve urban mobility, and contribute to Nairobi's economic growth, environmental sustainability, and overall livability.

To meet its ambitious goals, the county government has approved the deployment of 360 enforcement officers to support the MEU’s operations.

“This unit marks a significant milestone in creating a more organized and functional transport system in Nairobi,” said Governor Sakaja.