Motorists cautioned against using Athi River-Machakos road service lane

Source: Capital FM Kenya
Author: Elsie Murunga

NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 26 - Motorists have been warned not to use the Athi River-Machakos road service lane after a section of the embankment slopes eroded due to the heavy rains currently being experienced.

According to the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), motorists should instead use the road near Green Park estate.

"KeNHA advises motorists plying the Athi River - Machakos Road near Green Park estate to exercise caution. The embankment slopes have eroded, posing risks to the service road," KeNHA said in a statement.

"The main carriageway remains open, however, due to the tenuous conditions, please refrain from using the service road. Motorists are advised to prioritize safety when using the main carriageway and to proceed with caution."

On Thursday, KeNHA issued a traffic advisory to motorists plying Mombasa Road particularly those around the Konza area.

KeNHA noted that there was heavy traffic around the Konza area, urging motorists to be patient.

The authority said it was doing its best to hasten the construction along the route which is the cause of the traffic snarl.

"The Authority understands the inconvenience and assures you that efforts are being made to expedite the process," KeNHA said.

Motorists are to expect a smooth flow of traffic along the route by the weekend, KeNHA said.