This archive report was first published on 20 September 2021.
As the Nairobi Expressway nears completion, the Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA) has outlined plans to ease traffic congestion on affected roads. According to a public notice issued on September 20, 2021, the reopening of closed roads will be done in phases, starting from September 30.
The Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)-Mlolongo and Westlands-James Gichuru Roads will be reopened on September 30, while the Haile Selassie-University of Nairobi Roundabout will be opened on October 1. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and road courtesy to manage traffic flow.
KeNHA has also announced plans to reopen closed lanes, improve two unidirectional U-turns, and widen diversion points. The Nairobi Expressway is a four-lane dual carriageway designed to run along the central reserve of the A8 road, from Mlolongo to the James Gichuru junction. The project aims to ease traffic flow on the Mlolongo-James Gichuru A8 section and reduce travel time through Nairobi.
