Nairobi–Nakuru Highway dualing to cost Sh90bn, set for 2027 completion
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 24 - The dualing of the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway will cost about Sh90 billion and is expected to be completed by June 2027, the Kenya Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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The dualing of the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway is projected to cost approximately Sh90 billion and is slated for completion by June 2027, as announced by the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA). This new cost is significantly lower than a previous proposal of Sh190 billion that was cancelled due to being too expensive.
- The project cost for the dualing of the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway is Sh90 billion, a substantial reduction from an earlier Sh190 billion quote.
- KeNHA has selected China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) and the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) to manage the tolling and development.
- The expansion aims to alleviate frequent traffic jams and improve traffic flow to western Kenya, according to National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi.
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Kenya Advances Major Projects: TRIFIC Designated Strategic, Highway Tolls and Sh90bn Cost Set - October 2025
The Kenyan government has advanced several major development projects. The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) announced that the dualing of the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway is projected to cost approximately Sh90 billion and is slated for completion by June 2027. This cost is significantly lower than a previous Sh190 billion proposal. For the Rironi–Mau Summit Expressway, KeNHA also announced motorists will pay Sh8 per kilometer upon its completion. Separately, the Two Rivers International Finance and Innovation Centre (TRIFIC) has been designated a Project of Strategic National Importance. This designation by the State Department for Lands and Physical Planning will streamline government approvals for its projects.
