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In a notice on Tuesday, the authority said the directive affects sections of the Likoni-Ukunda-Lunga Lunga (A7), Kilifi-Malindi-Garsen-Witu (A7), Maili Tisa-Kitale (B14) and Eldoret-Nyaru (B124) roads.
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
The ministry said the Thika-Kenol section has deteriorated more rapidly than the neighbouring Thika Superhighway and Kenol-Marua roads due to an inferior pavement structure.
The Thika-Kenol stretch is part of the A2 road and was recarpeted in 2022. The new overlay, however, was not sealed with surface dressing because there was not enough money to complete the work.
The authority said the temporary closure is necessary to facilitate maintenance works on the affected stretch, with motorists expected to use the remaining open lanes throughout the construction period.
The concerns emerged when KeNHA officials appeared before the National Assembly Public Accounts Committee (PAC), where members questioned the state of major roads across the country and the pace at which damaged infrastructure is being repaired.
In a public notice issued on Thursday, the authority said the road is currently being repaired in phases to address pavement damage and improve safety for motorists following concerns raised by members of the public over its deteriorating condition.
He argued on Monday that Kenya’s higher fuel prices compared to Uganda and Tanzania reflect infrastructure financing needs.
The Kenya Roads Board (KRB), which oversees the levy, reported cuts to allocations for the main road agencies: KeNHA, KURA, and KeRRA after part of the fund was redirected.