This archive report was first published on 22 December 2019.
Motorists in Nairobi are set to face a four-day challenge as a section of Mbagathi Way will be closed from Friday, December 27 to Monday, December 30, 2019, from 6 am to 6 pm.
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has announced the closure to enable contractors to demolish the existing Mbagathi Way footbridge and pave the way for a new modern one.
Motorists using adjacent routes, including Mtongwe Road and parts of Ngong Road, are expected to be affected, with fears of a potential traffic snarl-up.
However, KURA has advised motorists to follow the provided diversions to minimize disruptions.
Those heading to Ngong Town via Ngong Road will be diverted to City Mortuary Roundabout, then join Ngong Road again, and proceed to Muchai Drive before joining Mbaruk Road and Mtongwe Road.
Motorists using Valley Road and those from Kenyatta National Hospital are also advised to use the same navigations provided by the authority.
“Motorists are requested to use alternative routes as directed by traffic marshals. We apologize for any inconveniences that may be caused as we endeavor to provide efficient urban network,” said KURA in a notice.
