Mbadi Gives Update on Construction of Nairobi-Nakuru Highway by Chinese Company
The expansion of the road is expected to ease traffic congestion and enhance trade between Kenya and its neighbours...
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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.
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Gridlock on Nairobi-Nakuru Highway; Update Provided on Planned Expansion Project - August 2025
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 (21). The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) confirmed the gridlock stretched between Naivasha and Kikopey (21). KeNHA blamed the congestion on lane indiscipline and heavy traffic from the NYS pass-out parade in Gilgil, advising motorists to use alternative routes (10). In developments concerning the same corridor, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi stated he has not yet approved proposals for the planned Rironi–Mau Summit highway expansion (22). The 175-kilometre project is estimated to cost Ksh200 billion and will proceed as a Public-Private Partnership (22).
