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August 26, 2026

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Fresh Row Erupts Over Riruta-Ngong Railway as Karen Residents Issue Demands

Fresh Row Erupts Over Riruta-Ngong Railway as Karen Residents Issue Demands

The Riruta-Ngong metre-gauge railway is a 12.5-kilometer commuter line project intended to connect Riruta to Ngong via Karen intended to ease congesion on Ngong Road...

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Residents of Karen are demanding detailed feasibility reports for the proposed Riruta-Ngong meter-gauge railway before the project resumes, citing concerns over cost, design, and property impact.

The Ksh12 billion project, intended to connect to Talanta Stadium, began construction in early 2024 but was halted by a July 2026 High Court ruling.
Key stakeholders include residents, Kenya Railways represented by Environmental Officer Consolata Kioko, the National Land Commission, NaMATA, and KURA.
Residents question the railway's effectiveness in addressing local transport challenges and suggest road expansion as an alternative, while Kenya Railways assures that mitigation measures and further consultations are planned.

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