KeNHA has advised motorists on the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway to use alternative routes due to a major traffic jam between Naivasha and Kikopey. The congestion, which began Thursday night, was exacerbated by lane indiscipline and heavy traffic from the NYS pass-out parade in Gilgil.

• KeNHA urged motorists to observe lane discipline and avoid overlapping to ease congestion.
• The Kenya National Highways Authority, KeNHA, stated the congestion developed around 2030 hrs yesterday.
• Recommended alternative routes include Gilgil – Ol Kalou – Dundori Lanet for travelers from Gilgil, and Flyover Njambini – Ol Kalou – Dundori Lanet for those from Nairobi.

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has stated he has not yet approved proposals for the planned Rironi–Mau Summit highway expansion, despite discussions being in advanced stages. The 175-kilometre project, estimated to cost Ksh200 billion, will proceed as a Public-Private Partnership (PPP).

• Two companies have submitted proposals, with China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) making a joint bid with the National Social Security Fund (NSSF).
• The project aims to expand the road to four lanes, easing congestion and enhancing regional trade.
• Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) commenced stakeholder engagement on August 21, with meetings scheduled in Kiambu, Nyandarua, and Nakuru counties from September 2 to September 8.

Hundreds of motorists were stranded for over 10 hours on the Nakuru–Nairobi Highway after a massive traffic jam began on Thursday, August 28, at 8:30 PM. The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) confirmed the gridlock stretching between Naivasha and Kikopey, urging motorists to use alternative routes.

• The congestion was attributed to lane indiscipline, an unusually high volume of vehicles, and attendees departing the National Youth Service (NYS) pass-out parade in Gilgil.
• KeNHA expressed regret and is working with traffic police to ease the situation, while urging drivers to observe lane discipline.
• Long-distance bus companies have issued advisories due to delayed departures and arrivals, affecting even school students returning for reopening.