The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has announced a two-month closure of the Mlolongo-Kamulu Road, also known as Quarry Road, to facilitate construction works. The closure, set to begin on October 1, 2026, and end on December 1, 2026, is necessary for essential construction works along the affected section of the road. Motorists have been advised to use alternative routes during this period.
The closure will affect motorists who regularly use the Mlolongo-Kamulu route, and KURA has urged them to exercise caution and follow traffic signs and directions issued by police officers and traffic marshals. The authority has designated three alternative routes for motorists: Syokimau-Katani Road and Syokimau-Parliament Road for light to medium vehicles, and Tuffoam Road for heavy commercial vehicles.
KURA has apologized for the inconvenience caused by the closure and appealed to motorists and other road users to cooperate with the traffic management measures. The authority is undertaking works to improve urban road infrastructure and mobility, and appreciates the public's cooperation as it continues with efforts to transform urban link roads and related infrastructure.
The closure comes as part of KURA's efforts to upgrade urban road infrastructure in Kenya. The authority has urged motorists to plan their journeys accordingly and comply with the temporary traffic management measures during the two-month period. Motorists have been advised to remain alert when approaching the diversion points and to obey instructions to minimize disruptions and maintain orderly traffic flow.
KURA has assured motorists that traffic officers and marshals will be stationed along the route to manage traffic and facilitate smooth movement of vehicles along the alternative routes. The authority has also urged motorists to follow all traffic signs and instructions given by police officers and traffic marshals to ensure smooth traffic flow.
The construction works are expected to improve the Mlolongo-Kamulu Road and enhance mobility in the area. KURA has appealed to motorists and other road users to cooperate with the traffic management measures and to plan their journeys accordingly. The authority has also assured motorists that it is working to minimize disruptions and ensure smooth traffic flow throughout the construction period.
Motorists using the Mlolongo-Kamulu route have been advised to be prepared for temporary disruptions and to follow the designated alternative routes. KURA has urged motorists to exercise patience and to cooperate with the traffic management measures to ensure a smooth and safe journey.
Key points
- The Mlolongo-Kamulu Road will be closed for two months for construction works.
- Motorists have been advised to use alternative routes during the closure.
- The closure is part of KURA's efforts to upgrade urban road infrastructure in Kenya.
