Nairobi – February 2026 – The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a public notice informing motorists of temporary lane closures along a key section of the A8 Road to facilitate essential road maintenance.
📅 CLOSURE PERIOD
| Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|
| Friday, 20th February 2026 | Saturday, 4th April 2026 |
📍 AFFECTED SECTION
James Gichuru Junction – Rironi Highway
(A8 Road)
🛠️ REASON FOR CLOSURE
Surface dressing works along this road section.
The works will be implemented in phases
Traffic will be diverted to:
✅ Remaining open lanes
✅ Service roads (where available)
🚦 ADVICE TO MOTORISTS
| Instruction | Details |
|---|---|
| 🧭 Follow designated diversion routes | Clearly marked at each work zone |
| ⚠️ Approach work zones with caution | Reduced speeds, uneven surfaces possible |
| 👮 Obey traffic police and marshals | On-site guidance for safe passage |
| 🕒 Plan for possible delays | Allow extra travel time |
📢 OFFICIAL STATEMENT
*”The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) notifies the public that a section of A8 Road (James Gichuru Junction – Rironi Highway) will experience temporary lane closures from Friday, February 20, 2026, to Saturday, April 4, 2026, inclusive. The closure is to facilitate the surface dressing works along this road section.”*
“Motorists are requested to follow the designated diversion routes set up at each work zone. They are further advised to approach the work zones with caution and adhere to the guidance of traffic police and marshals on site.”
Eng. Luka Kimeli
Ag. Director General
Kenya National Highways Authority
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