The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has alerted motorists and other road users to a planned traffic disruption on a section of Mombasa Road scheduled for Sunday, December 1, 2024.
In a notice issued on Saturday, November 30, 2024, KeNHA stated that the disruption will affect the stretch between Nyayo Stadium Roundabout and Museum Hill Interchange.
“KeNHA wishes to notify the public that a section of Mombasa Road (A8) between Nyayo National Stadium Roundabout and Museum Hill Interchange will experience traffic disruption on Sunday, December 1, 2024, from 6:00 am to 1:30 pm,” the authority announced.
The temporary traffic disruption is to facilitate a 21-km half-marathon race in commemoration of World AIDS Day 2024.
“This is to allow for a 21-km half marathon in commemoration of World Aids Day, 2024,” the authority stated.
KeNHA urged road users to adhere to the proposed traffic management plan, observe road signs, and cooperate with police and traffic marshals to ensure safety and minimize inconvenience.
“KeNHA advises motorists to follow the proposed traffic management plan and cooperate with the police and traffic marshals on site,” the notice added.
Other disruption
Separately, KeNHA had earlier announced a temporary closure of a section of Mombasa Road for 51 days.
The disruption affects Haile Selassie Roundabout on Uhuru Highway from November 28, 2024, to January 17, 2025.
In a notice issued on Saturday, November 23, 2024, KeNHA explained that the closure is necessary for the construction of a pedestrian underpass at the busy intersection.
“This is due to scheduled road works for the construction of the Pedestrian Underpass at the section, which will commence from Thursday, November 28, 2024, to Friday, January 17, 2025,” KeNHA said.
KeNHA noted that it remains committed to enhancing road infrastructure and ensuring public safety during these necessary disruptions.
Motorists and road users are encouraged to plan their journeys accordingly and exercise patience as these projects are undertaken to improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety in the long term.
