Motorists using Mombasa Road towards Nairobi should expect temporary disruption this weekend as a section of the Nairobi-bound lane near the Katani Road junction will be closed. The planned closure is scheduled to begin on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 10pm and will continue until Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 6am.
This temporary closure is necessary to facilitate the installation of the remaining fabricated beams for a footbridge currently under construction at the site. The ongoing infrastructure work is part of broader efforts to improve pedestrian safety and ease congestion on this key highway, which is one of the busiest roads in the country.
Authorities have stated that traffic along this stretch will be significantly affected during the period of the closure. Motorists are advised to be prepared for delays and are encouraged to plan their journeys accordingly to avoid the peak hours of disruption.
To minimize the inconvenience, a traffic management plan has been put in place. Road users are urged to adhere to this plan and cooperate fully with the traffic marshals and police officers who will be deployed at the site. Their role will be to direct traffic and assist in maintaining order while the footbridge installation takes place.
In a related development, another area of concern for motorists is on the Nakuru – Kampi ya Moto Road, specifically at Kiamunyi, near the Riva Petrol Station. This section, approximately 1.5 kilometers from the KFA Roundabout, has been affected by a sinkhole that has caused disruptions in traffic flow. Maintenance works are currently underway in the area to address the issue and restore safe driving conditions.
Motorists travelling along this route, especially those heading to or from Nakuru, Eldoret, and Baringo, are advised to use the designated diversion routes. Traffic marshals and police officers are on site to offer guidance, and drivers are asked to exercise caution when approaching the affected stretch. Adherence to the displayed traffic signs and instructions from officials is essential to ensure both safety and a smoother traffic flow.
The organization responsible for these maintenance and rehabilitation efforts is the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), which oversees the management and development of national trunk roads. These roads include Class S (Superhighways), Class A (International Trunk Roads), and Class B (National Trunk Roads), forming the backbone of Kenya’s road network.
KeNHA plays a critical role in ensuring that the road infrastructure supports the country’s socio-economic development. It operates under the Kenya Roads Act of 2007 and has been actively involved in the construction and maintenance of key road projects across the country. The agency has its headquarters in Nairobi and runs ten regional offices along with three corridor management offices to effectively oversee road infrastructure projects.
Through initiatives like the installation of footbridges and prompt response to road hazards like sinkholes, KeNHA continues to demonstrate its commitment to safety and improved mobility. The public is encouraged to stay informed about such scheduled works and road disruptions, and to follow traffic updates regularly for smooth travel experiences.
