KeNHA Director General Kungu Ndingu shut down a major road Monday after heavy rains caused massive landslides. Piles of soil and rocks completely blocked large sections of the highway. Dangerous cracks appeared across the pavement, making travel unsafe for drivers. Officials warned motorists to find different routes during repair work. The authority posted the closure notice on May 26, 2025.
The Kenya National Highways Authority started operations in September 2008 under the Kenya Roads Act. The government agency handles all National Trunk Roads across the country. KeNHA manages Class S highways that connect multiple cities at high speeds. Class A roads link international borders and major ports, spanning 6,830 kilometers. Class B highways connect trading centers and county headquarters to the capital city.
The Kenya National Highways Authority started operations in September 2008 under the Kenya Roads Act. The government agency handles all National Trunk Roads across the country. KeNHA manages Class S highways that connect multiple cities at high speeds. Class A roads link international borders and major ports, spanning 6,830 kilometers. Class B highways connect trading centers and county headquarters to the capital city.
