This archive report was first published on 13 November 2019.
Kenyatta University Bus Narrowly Escapes Disaster at Likoni Ferry Channel ¶
On November 11, 2019, a bus belonging to Kenyatta University came perilously close to disaster at the Likoni Ferry Channel in Mombasa, Kenya.
The bus, which was the second last to exit the ferry, failed to climb the ramp and almost plunged into the Indian Ocean.
According to eyewitnesses, the driver miscalculated as he drove off the ferry, sparking panic among those present.
However, Kenya Ferry Service (KFS) Assistant Public Relations Manager Harun Mutiso downplayed the incident, stating that there was no cause for alarm.
"There were no students in the bus at the time of the incident. As a routine, we ask passengers to alight as the buses get into the ferry. We did our best to secure the bus," Mr Mutiso said.
Mr Mutiso also emphasized that the KFS management and staff have improved on safety measures since the recent tragedy, where Ms Mariam Kighenda, 35, and her four-year-old daughter Amanda Mutheu drowned after their car slipped off the Likoni Ferry channel into the Indian Ocean.
"We urge drivers to switch off the engines and lower the windows once they are in the ferry," Mr Mutiso advised, cautioning against hyping the incident.
