KeNHA to close Thika Road section for two months

In a notice released on Monday, October 13, 2025, KeNHA said that traffic flow will be affected on both the Nairobi-bound and Thika-bound service lanes at the Kihunguro area from Monday, October 20, to Saturday, December 20, 2025. 

 The closure will allow for the construction of footbridge column bases and stub columns, which are essential components for the new pedestrian bridge. 

“The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) wishes to notify the public that a section of Thika Superhighway (A2) Road at Kihunguro will experience traffic disruption along the Nairobi and Thika-bound service lanes from Monday, October 20, 2025, to Saturday, December 20, 2025,” the Authority said in its statement. 

KeNHA urged motorists using the busy Thika Road to follow the traffic management plan that has been developed to ease congestion during the period. 

The Authority further appealed to drivers to cooperate with traffic marshals and police officers who will be deployed at the site to ensure smooth vehicle movement and the safety of both motorists and construction workers. 

"KeNHA advises motorists to follow the proposed traffic management plan and cooperate with the police and traffic marshal on site,"  The statement said

To minimize inconvenience, KeNHA has provided clear diversion routes. Motorists heading to Nairobi have been advised to use the main highway and avoid the service lanes around Kihunguro entirely. 

 However, those who must exit the highway can use the diversion route through the Total Petrol Station leading to the Mark Hotel. 

On the other hand, Thika-bound motorists can use the service lane only up to the Shell Petrol Station, after which they must merge back onto the main highway for a few hundred meters before rejoining the service lane. 

The construction of the Kihunguro footbridge has been long-awaited, following persistent complaints from both motorists and pedestrians.  

The area has become notorious for heavy traffic jams, largely caused by a busy Zebra Crossing situated in the middle of the road. 

 The crossing, frequently used during rush hours, forces vehicles to stop often, leading to significant delays and prompting the deployment of traffic officers to manage the situation. 

According to KeNHA, the stub columns and column bases being installed are critical for the stability and durability of the new structure. 

 Normally, such construction takes three to four weeks, but the Authority has allocated two months to account for possible challenges such as traffic flow, site congestion, and weather-related delays. 

Once complete, the footbridge is expected to significantly reduce pedestrian accidents, ease traffic congestion, and improve overall safety for road users along the busy Thika Superhighway.