The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has actually revealed a short-term closure of the Southern Bypass, with drivers prompted to prepare appropriately.
In a notification on Monday, October 19, KeNHA stated the closure will impact the bypass from Ole Sereni Interchange to Kikuyu Town.
According to the authority, the roadway will be closed from Saturday, October 25 to lead the way for the 2026 Requirement Chartered Nairobi MarathonThe roadway will open on Sunday at 2 pm.
“The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) wishes to notify the Public that there will be a temporary closure of Nairobi Southern Bypass from Ole Sereni Interchange to Kikuyu Town on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Midnight to Sunday October 25, 2026 at 2.00pm,” KeNHA specified.
Undated picture of an area the Southern Bypass
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“This is to allow for th 2026 Standard Chatered Nairobi Marathon,” it included.
Following the closure, the authority recommended vehicle drivers utilizing the impacted locations to utilize alternative paths.
Those taking a trip from Kikuyu to Mombasa Road were prompted to utilize the Waiyaki Way throughout this duration, while those from Kikuyu to Karen were directed to utilize Dagoretti Road as an option.
Vehicle drivers looking for to take a trip from Karen to Mombasa Road were asked to utilize Langata Road. Those going to Mombasa Road from Dagoretti were directed to utilize Waiyaki Way or Ngong Road through Mbagathi Way.
At the very same time, visitors from Industrial Area to Kikuyu can utilize Mombasa Road, Uhuru Highway before linking to Waiyaki Way.
Those from Likoni Road going towards Mombasa Road can utilize Enterprise Road, while those from Mombasa Road towards Ole Sereni can access Emaar Ole Sereni through Nextgen Mall.
“Motorists are advised to use Mombasa Road (A8) from Ole Sereni Interchange through Uhuru Highway, and vice versa, as the alternative route,” KeNHA included.
Motorists and other roadway users were even more recommended to follow traffic guidelines throughout the duration and likewise follow directions from traffic marshals who will be released.
“All road users are further advised to follow the traffic signs and guidance as directed by traffic marshals and Police,” the notification included.
Images from the Standard Chartered marathon in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in 2023. PICTURE/ Courtesy.
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