A total of 16 Kenyatta University accident survivors have been airlifted to Nairobi for specialized treatment.

This was after a bus that was ferrying the KU students was involved in an accident at Maungu area in Voi on Monday March 18, 2024. 

11 students lost their lives during the tragic accident involving the university bus and a trailer. 

Out of the 42 students who were injured during the accident, 16 were in critical condition, prompting the doctors at the Moi County Referral Hospital in Voi to refer them for specialized treatment  in Nairobi. 

On the other hand, bodies of the deceased are being preserved at the same health facility, where some of the KU accident survivors are currently recuperating. 

Meanwhile, Kenyatta University Vice Chancellor Prof. Paul Wainaina visited the accident survivors on Tuesday March 19, 2024 at the Moi County Referral Hospital in Voi.

“On behalf of the University Council and the University Management Board, I wish to convey our deepest heartfelt condolences to the families of those who have lost loved ones in this tragic accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all,” said Prof. Wainaina.

At the same time, Taita Taveta governor Andrew Mwadime noted that the medical bill for all Kenyatta University accident survivors will be waived by the county government.

Additionally, the university VC noted that he dispatched a team from the main campus and Mombasa campus to the accident scene Monday night to assist survivors and provide accurate report.

“The team included two doctors, medical personnel, University security officers as well as students’ and staff wellness officers,” read part of the statement.

In the meantime the university has set up a help desk at Business Students Services Centre (BSSC) Room 151 and mobile number to respond to queries and offer assistance during this challenging time.