A Guide To Main Road Signs In Kenya
High-Quality Road & Traffic Signs – Made in Kenya
As one of Kenya’s leading suppliers of road and traffic signage, We Westbrands East Africa offer an extensive range designed to enhance safety, improve traffic flow, and guide both drivers and pedestrians. Our road signs serve a wide variety of purposes from diverting traffic and managing speed to indicating road closures, parking restrictions, and pedestrian crossings. Whether you need directional arrow signs, livestock warning signs, or regulatory signage for specific road rules, our collection is built to meet Kenyan standards and road conditions. We also supply traffic signs for industrial environments such as warehouses, factories, and workplaces ideal for directing vehicle and pedestrian movement or alerting staff to forklift activity.
Proudly made in Kenya, all our signs are constructed with durability in mind, ensuring long-lasting outdoor performance and reliability where safety matters most.
Categories of Road Signs In Kenya
According to the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) Highway Code, all road signs in Kenya fall under four main categories, each serving a distinct purpose to ensure road safety and order. These categories include the two primary types of road signs widely used across the country.
The four categories of road signs and their meanings are:
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Class A – Regulatory Signs: Indicate rules and regulations that must be followed (e.g., speed limits, stop signs, no entry).
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Class B – Warning Signs: Alert drivers to potential hazards or changes in road conditions ahead (e.g., sharp bends, pedestrian crossings, animal crossings).
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Class C – Traffic Light Signals: Use lights to control vehicle movement at intersections and pedestrian crossings.
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Class D – Carriageway and Kerb Markings: Provide guidance and instructions directly on the road surface or kerbs (e.g., lane dividers, pedestrian walkways, no-parking zones).
These signs are designed with clear, recognizable symbols to ensure quick identification by all road users. The main purpose of implementing these signage systems is to enhance safety, reduce accidents, and guide traffic efficiently. Understanding and adhering to these signs is essential for all drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists to create a safer road environment for everyone.