The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has clarified that it has not rolled out mandatory physical fitness tests for PSV and commercial drivers.
This clarification comes after a health initiative held in Nairobi on Tuesday, 27th January 2026, where by ENA Coach in partnership with its medical partners which setting off speculation that the mandatory physical fitness tests for PSV and commercial drivers had commenced.
“This is to clarify that the mandatory physical fitness tests for PSV and commercial drivers, as required under Section 105A of the Traffic Act (Cap 403), have not yet been rolled out. The initiative held in Nairobi on Tuesday, 27th January 2026, was a commendable effort led by ENA Coach in partnership with its medical partners.” read part of the statement posted on NTSA’s X page.
NTSA’s Plan to Commence Mandatory Physical Fitness
NTSA has however stated that it is working closely with the Directorate of pof Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) to develop a National Framework for the medical assessment to facilitate the physical fitness tests.
“The Authority is working closely with the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) to develop a National Framework for the medical assessment to facilitate the physical fitness tests. We assure the public that the rollout of the physical fitness tests and any related requirements will be announced through an official Public Notice and via the Authority’s official communication channels.” read part of the statement
Section 105 of the Traffic Act outlines, “A driver of a public service vehicle or a commercial vehicle shall, after every three years from the date of issue of a driving license pursuant to section 30, or renewal of such license, whichever is the case, undergo a physical fitness test, including an eye and hearing test by a qualified medical practitioner.”
Kenyans are eager to see how the Authority will actualize this.
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