Amisi mourns Kisumu–Kakamega Road tragedy victims, calls for safety
By Ascah Mwango, August 9, 2025Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has joined Kenyans in mourning the victims of the tragic Kisumu–Kakamega Road accident, which has now claimed 25 lives.
In a statement posted on his X account on Friday, August 8, 2025, Amisi conveyed his sympathy to the bereaved families and friends, describing the tragedy as a heartbreaking loss for the nation. He also wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the crash.
Amisi called on all road users to exercise the highest level of caution while on the road, emphasising the need to obey traffic rules, remain patient, and stay vigilant to prevent further loss of life. He stressed that every journey carries the responsibility of safeguarding human life.
“I extend my deepest condolences to the families and friends of the 21 Kenyans who lost their lives in the tragic accident at Coptic roundabout along the Kisumu–Kakamega road. May the Almighty grant their souls eternal rest and comfort to their loved ones during this time of grief. I wish the injured a swift and complete recovery. I urge all road users to exercise utmost caution, obey traffic regulations, and uphold patience and vigilance, for every journey we make, a life depends on it,” Amisi stated.
Grisly accident
The accident, which occurred near the Coptic roundabout, involved a school bus carrying members of the Sigoti Clan from Nyakach. The group was returning home after attending a burial in Nyahera, Kisumu West sub-county, when tragedy struck.
According to hospital records, the bus had 61 family members on board when it overturned, making it one of the deadliest crashes along the Kisumu–Kakamega route in recent years.
Initially, the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) reported 21 fatalities, with 19 bodies brought directly from the scene and two more victims, including a young boy, succumbing to injuries shortly after arrival.
On Friday night, the Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr Ouma Oluga, confirmed that the death toll had risen to 25. He also announced an urgent blood donation drive to help the survivors.
“Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr Ouma Oluga has announced an urgent blood drive at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) to aid survivors of a road accident that killed 25 people along the Kisumu–Kakamega road,” a statement from the Ministry of Health read.
Dr Oluga said 32 survivors were receiving treatment at JOOTRH’s Orthopaedic Trauma Ward.
The cause of the accident has not yet been confirmed, but authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant on the roads to avoid such devastating incidents in the future.