President Ruto launches The long-Awaited Dualling Of Key Sections Of The Western Corridor

Mt Kenya Times

The Kenya Kwanza administration on Friday marked a major step toward easing traffic congestion and improving road safety along one of Kenya’s busiest and most dangerous highways.

President William Ruto, accompanied by several senior government officials launched the rehabilitation of the highway whose upgrade covers the 175km Nairobi–Mau Summit road and the 58km Nairobi–Maai Mahiu–Naivasha stretch, routes notorious for heavy traffic and fatal accidents. In 2024 alone, 284 people lost their lives on these sections, with another 168 deaths recorded in 2023.

While unveiling the KSh200 billion project, the President termed it a transformative investment that will enhance mobility, stimulate trade, and boost regional connectivity. The 94km Gilgil–Mau Summit section will be expanded into a dual six-lane highway, including a 3.34km viaduct through Nakuru City and a 900-metre retaining wall. Construction by Shandong Hi-Speed Road and Bridge International will cost KSh88 billion and take two years.

The President also launched the tarmacking of the 15km Ngata–Roret–Njoro road, reaffirming the government’s commitment to improving feeder roads alongside major infrastructure projects.

Some Of The Moments As Captured In Pictures