Motorists using the Nairobi Expressway have been advised to take extra care as heavy rains continue to pound Nairobi and nearby areas, raising safety concerns along the busy highway.
In a notice issued on Saturday, February 21, 2026, MOJA Expressway Company shared a set of safety guidelines to help reduce accidents and maintain steady traffic flow during the ongoing rainy conditions.
The operator stressed that wet roads increase the risk of crashes and called on drivers to adjust their driving habits.
Among the key measures highlighted was the need for proper tyre maintenance. The company urged motorists to confirm that tyre tread depth is adequate and that tyres are well inflated to improve grip on slippery surfaces.
Drivers were also encouraged to reduce speed to allow enough time to respond to sudden splashes, vehicles braking ahead, or unexpected obstacles that may appear on the road during heavy downpours.
Additionally, the company asked motorists to keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front to lower the chances of rear-end collisions, which are more likely to occur on highways when roads are wet.
To improve visibility, motorists were advised to switch on headlights and ensure windscreen wipers are functioning properly.
"Here are safety tips in the rainy season. Ensure tyre tread depth is sufficient and tyres are properly inflated, slow down to give yourself more time to react to sudden splashes and braking, increase your following distance and stay visible," read part of the statement.
The advisory comes as rains continue to be experienced in Nairobi and other parts of the country, even as traffic volumes remain high along the expressway.
On Friday, the Kenya Meteorological Department cautioned that moderate to heavy rainfall was expected in Nairobi and several other counties.
Kenya Met said the rains would be experienced between Saturday, February 21 and February 25, and urged the public to remain alert for possible flooding and travel interruptions.
''Residents in all the mentioned areas are advised to be on the lookout for potential floods. Flood waters may appear in places where it has not rained heavily, especially downstream,'' said the department.
The current showers signal the onset of Kenya’s long rainy season, which usually starts from late February, continues through March and May, and eases in June each year.
