This archive report was first published on 21 September 2021.
On September 20th, 2021, the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) announced the re-opening of roads closed for the construction of the Nairobi Expressway.
According to KeNHA Acting Director-General, David Muchilwa, the opening of the roads will be done in phases, with the first phase set to begin on September 30th.
Notably, the Nairobi Expressway is nearing completion, with an overall progress of 62.6% and the construction of the operation and monitoring centre at 93%.
The previously closed roads are set to be opened as follows: the JKIA - Mlolongo and Westlands – James Gichuru sections will be opened on September 30th, while the Haile Selassie – UoN Roundabout section will be opened on October 15th.
However, KeNHA noted that congestion may still be experienced at the GM area, where a footbridge is being installed, as well as the Bunyala roundabout and Uhuru highway, where hoisting of box girders is ongoing.
KeNHA apologised for any inconvenience caused during the construction of the expressway and urged motorists to exercise caution and road courtesy while driving.
The 27-kilometre expressway, running from Mlolongo to the James Gichuru Junction at Westlands, is set to be completed by June 2022.
