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According to a public notice issued by MOJA Expressway Company, the works will begin at 8 pm on Saturday, September 19, 2026, and continue until 12 pm on Monday, September 21, 2026. The 40-hour traffic arrangement will affect motorists travelling towards the CBD who would ordinarily access the Nairobi Expressway through the Westlands Entrance
China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), the parent group of China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), made RMB204 million (Sh3.9 billion) from the Nairobi Expressway concession between January and June.
The confirmation follows an earlier notice by the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), which announced that a section of Mombasa Road would also be affected during the exercise.
The operator said adhering to vehicle capacity is crucial for the safety of both drivers and passengers using the highway.
Among the key measures highlighted was the need for proper tyre maintenance. The company urged motorists to confirm that tyre tread depth is adequate and that tyres are well inflated to improve grip on slippery surfaces.
According to the advisory, traffic approaching the stadium from Langata Road will be diverted at the Madaraka Roundabout, with vehicles redirected toward the Lusaka Road Roundabout.
The company clarified that the Nairobi Expressway remains a public road adding that all planned road closure notices are only shared through its official social media platforms