The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced a scheduled temporary traffic disruption on a section of Mombasa Road to facilitate construction works. According to a public notice issued by the authority, the disruption will affect the Nairobi-bound carriageway near Syokimau Railway Station.
The interruption will take place during nighttime hours across two consecutive days. The first closure will begin on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 10:00 pm and end on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 6:00 am. A second disruption is set from Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 10:00 pm to Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 6:00 am.
KeNHA clarified that the traffic disruption is necessary to allow for the installation of fabricated beams for the new Syokimau Railway Footbridge. This development is part of efforts to enhance pedestrian safety and provide safe crossing for commuters near the busy railway station.
Motorists have been urged to adhere to the proposed traffic management plan and follow instructions provided by traffic police and marshals on site during the construction period.
“KeNHA advises motorists to follow the proposed traffic management plan and cooperate with the police and traffic marshals on site,” read a statement from the authority.
KeNHA, a statutory body established under the Kenya Roads Act of 2007 and operational since 2008, is tasked with overseeing the development, rehabilitation, management, and maintenance of all National Trunk Roads. These include Class S (Superhighways), Class A (strategic international routes), and Class B (key national connectors).
The Authority also manages weighbridge installations across the country to regulate vehicle load limits and ensure road safety.
KeNHA is headquartered in Nairobi, with ten regional offices and three corridor management offices countrywide.
Motorists plying the Mombasa Road corridor are advised to plan their journeys accordingly to avoid inconvenience. The Authority remains committed to minimizing disruption while ensuring safety and efficiency in road infrastructure development.
