KeNHA Makes Key Decision on Construction of New Nithi Bridge
Once completed, the bridge will improve road safety, ease traffic flow, reduce fatal crashes and provide a safer transport link for motorists...
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The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has approved the final design for the reconstruction of the Nithi Bridge, a Ksh7.5 billion project aimed at enhancing safety.
- The project involves a complete redesign and realignment of the bridge and its approaches to eliminate hazardous sharp bends and blind corners.
- Key figures involved include KeNHA Director General Luka Kimeli and the National Land Commission (NLC).
- KeNHA received approval from the NLC for an "Early Entry Request," allowing construction to commence before all land acquisition and compensation processes are finalized.
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