Drivers in Nairobi will face nightly restrictions on a busy section of Uhuru Highway as KeNHA begins a week-long maintenance operation. The shutdown will take place from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am between February 6 and 13, affecting the corridor from the University of Nairobi Roundabout to Westlands Roundabout.
KeNHA Acting Director General Luka Kimeli said the temporary closure is part of routine maintenance to ensure the highway remains safe for all road users.
“The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) notifies the public that a section of Uhuru Highway (A8 Road) between the University of Nairobi Roundabout and Westlands Roundabout will be temporarily closed every night from Friday, February 6, 2026, to Friday, February 13, 2026, between 10:00 pm and 5:00 am. This closure is to allow for highway maintenance works on the road section,” Kimeli said.
Motorists traveling towards Nakuru from Uhuru Highway and Chiromo Road are encouraged to use alternative routes such as Nyerere Road, Arboretum Drive, Westlands Ring Road, and the Nairobi Expressway.
Those heading towards Mombasa are advised to divert via Parklands Ring Road, Ojijo Road, Kipande Road, Limuru Road, University Way, or the Nairobi Expressway.
Kimeli urged drivers to follow the traffic management plan and cooperate with law enforcement and traffic marshals stationed along the route.
“Motorists are advised to follow the proposed traffic management plan as well as cooperate with the police and traffic marshals on site. Normal traffic operations on the road will be restored upon completion of the works,” he added.
Uhuru Highway is one of Nairobi’s main arteries, linking the city center with Westlands and Upper Hill, as well as key national routes. Increased vehicle volumes over the years have accelerated road deterioration, making these maintenance activities necessary.
The night-time closure is part of KeNHA’s broader efforts to keep the capital’s roads functional and safe, reducing risks for commuters.
