HORRIFIC Photos of Naivasha Tragedy Put A Damper On Jamhuri Day Celebrations

Even as we are supposed to be celebrating this Jamhuri day, many across the country are mourning the deaths of at least 40 people in the now dubbed, Naivasha Tragedy.

Victims of an explosion along Nakuru-Naivasha highway were burnt beyond recognition with 40 confirmed dead, while others are still undergoing treatment.

Images of the scene have emerged and eyewitnesses speak of 'bodyless' heads and puddles of blood, along with burning cars at the scene.

Photos show the intensity of the blaze which engulfed 14 cars including vehicles transport GSU members who are also part of President Uhuru's elite VIP protection team.

In a statement on Sunday, The Motorists Association of Kenya said the bump was unnecessary and ''It was just a matter of time, perhaps, before they reaped what they intended by erecting the bump."

"Many questions have been asked and blame apportioned. However, It was not an accident because God never erected the sign-less and crudely constructed unmarked killer bump in the middle of a busy international highway," MAK chairman Peter Murima said.

Transport Permanent Secretary Irungu Nyakera said the accident may have been as a result of the driver not having knowledge of the road.

"We are looking at how the vehicle was in transit without the specifications to carry such flammable materials," he said.

We wish the injured quick recovery and condolences to the bereaved families.