A Rembo Classic passenger matatu has reportedly overturned along Mombasa Road Highway near Syokimau in Machakos County.
The incident was reported on Friday, November 6, 2026, with preliminary accounts indicating that the vehicle overturned along the busy Nairobi-Mombasa highway.
There were unconfirmed reports of a possible fatality following the accident, although the number of people killed or injured had not been established at the time of publication.
The circumstances leading to the accident, including what caused the matatu to overturn, were also not immediately clear.
Motorists using the Mombasa Road route, particularly around Syokimau, were urged to exercise caution and anticipate possible traffic disruption as the situation unfolded.
Other road users were advised against stopping unnecessarily near the scene to avoid obstructing emergency responders and other traffic.
Further details are expected as authorities establish the circumstances of the incident and confirm the casualty figures.
