New road safety project launched to protect school-going children

AA Kenya, in collaboration with the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), has officially launched the Safe-to-School Project at Kilimani Primary School, a crucial initiative aimed at enhancing road safety for school-going children through key infrastructural improvements in school zones.

With road safety remaining a critical concern, particularly in urban areas, this project is designed to establish best practices that can be replicated nationwide.

Kilimani Primary School, situated along the busy Argwings Kodhek Road, was selected as the second beneficiary following the successful implementation of similar interventions at Kayole One Primary School last year. The school serves 1,650 students between the ages of 3 and 15.

Working in partnership with the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA), AA Kenya’s road safety experts -trained in the internationally recognized Star Rating for Schools (SR4S) methodology - conducted risk assessments and introduced various safety enhancements.

These include the marking of two zebra crossings, the establishment of a designated school zone speed limit with clear signage, the installation of speed bumps, and the construction and demarcation of sidewalks with protective bollards.

Additionally, road markings were repainted for improved visibility, road safety training was provided for students and school road marshals, and reflector jackets along with lollipops were donated to road safety marshals.

Speaking at the launch, AA Kenya Managing Director, Mr. Francis Theuri, emphasized the importance of these interventions.

“We are confident that these measures will significantly reduce road safety risks for the children of Kilimani Primary School,” he said.

“By ensuring that drivers slow down and recognize the school zone, we are helping to protect young lives and create safer journeys to and from school. This project is part of our larger commitment to advocating for safer roads for all, and we look forward to working with more schools across the country.”