Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba asked that school buses be given priority on Kenyan roads to improve learner safety and punctuality.

She raised the issue on the floor of Parliament, noting that school buses often face disrespect and delays from other motorists, including a recent incident where students travelling to the legislature were held up.

Wamuchomba proposed extending the right‑of‑way currently granted to ambulances, police vehicles and official convoys to school buses, arguing that such treatment would ensure timely arrival and protect children on the road.

She cited practices in Canada, the United States and South Korea, where legislation gives school buses traffic priority, and urged Kenya to adopt a similar approach.

Under Kenya’s Traffic Rules, Rule 83 requires drivers to pull over and stop for emergency vehicles that sound a warning gong, bell or siren.

If the MP’s proposal is accepted, school buses would be added to the list of vehicles legally entitled to right‑of‑way, joining ambulances, fire engines and police cars.

The National Transport and Safety Authority is already reviewing motorists’ interaction with school buses; current regulations require buses over 30 feet to display dual red‑light indicators and a mechanical stop arm, and obligate other drivers to stop completely until the signals are withdrawn.