KeNHA Issues Notice to Traders Along Thika Road After Githurai Demolitions

The Githurai demolitions had attracted a lot of resistance and criticism from the local traders, who argued that they were being moved without proper plans or prior information...

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The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) plans more demolitions along Thika Road, targeting structures encroaching on road reserves, following the controversial clearance in Githurai. This move aims to pave the way for modern bus parks and address numerous road safety incidents.

KeNHA will proceed to the Roysambu Roundabout for similar clearance to build a modern bus park.
The demolitions in Githurai led to clashes between irate traders and police, rendering a section of Thika Road impassable.
Democracy for the Citizens (DCP) party leader Rigathi Gachagua criticized the government for using excessive force during the late-night operation, calling it a 'cowardly move against traders and residents'.

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