The construction of Kenya’s modern NTSA center is taking shape with completion expected by the end of the year. The project is expected to be a new vehicle inspection center located at Makongeni, Thika. It has gained significant momentum, setting the stage for a major boost in economic growth. Furthermore, it is expected to facilitate economic growth within the area. Funded by the World Bank through the national government, the facility is expected to be the largest of its kind in East and Central Africa.
Kenya’s modern NTSA center is located six kilometers from Thika Town along the Thika-Garissa highway. Once completed, the center is expected to increase vehicle inspection capacity to about five times what it currently is. It will increase the capacity from the current 200 vehicles per day to over 1,000. The move comes as the existing inspection center within Thika town is struggling to keep up with demands. These include regions such as the Mt Kenya region, Nairobi, and parts of Eastern Kenya.
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The Significance of Kenya’s Modern NTSA Center in Thika
The implementation of Kenya’s modern NTSA center is expected to hold immense significance once completed. Engineer John Cliff Otieno, the construction company’s site agent, commended the endeavor. He noted that the facility will feature modern equipment such as driving simulators for testing drivers’ skills. Furthermore, it will be able to offer refresher courses. “This center will significantly reduce congestion at the current facility while ensuring vehicles on our roads meet the highest safety standards,” Otieno noted.
Kenya’s modern NTSA center will be able to test drivers more thoroughly using advanced simulators. Through this, NTSA will ensure that those tested are fit to operate vehicles on Kenyan roads. Moreover, the center will incorporate multiple sections to ensure efficient operations and comprehensive services. These include facilities such as office spaces for administrative functions. Furthermore, a warehouse section will be equipped with five dedicated lanes for vehicle inspections.
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