Ruto promises Thika–Museum Hill Expressway in ambitious infrastructure plan
President William Ruto has announced plans to construct a 45km expressway linking Thika to Museum Hill in Nairobi, aiming to reduce traffic congestion and improve commuter mobility into Nairobi...
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President William Ruto has announced plans for a new expressway connecting Thika to Museum Hill in Nairobi, aiming to alleviate severe traffic congestion. The announcement was made during the 62nd Jamhuri Day celebrations.
- The proposed expressway will cover approximately 45 kilometres between Thika and Nairobi’s Central Business District.
- The project is intended to provide relief for citizens struggling with heavy traffic on Thika Road.
- President Ruto did not specify a start date for construction.
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