KeNHA reopens Nakuru–Eldoret highway after sinkhole scare
By Nancy Marende, September 4, 2025The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has on Thursday, September 4, 2025, announced the reopening of the Nakuru-bound carriageway of the Nakuru–Eldoret (A8) Road after safety checks confirmed that the section is now secure for use.
In a statement on Thursday, the Authority said, “The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) seeks to notify the public that the Nakuru-bound carriageway of the Nakuru–Eldoret (A8) Road has been opened and traffic flow restored.
The road is now safe from any further water and geological action. The Authority shall continue monitoring the behaviour of the pyroduct upstream of the road to ensure the safety of all road users.”
The reopening comes as a relief to motorists and transport operators who had faced disruptions since the closure earlier in the week.
Earlier, KeNHA had issued a traffic advisory announcing the closure of the busy highway after a sinkhole developed at the Eveready Roundabout in Nakuru.
“This evening, the Kenya National Highways Authority closed the Nakuru-bound carriageway of the Nakuru – Eldoret (A8) Road at Eveready Roundabout following the formation of a sinkhole on the road. KeNHA is working around the clock to ensure normal traffic flow is restored. Motorists are advised to exercise caution as they approach the area and follow directions from traffic police and marshals to ensure the safety of all road users,” the statement reads
The sudden ground collapse raised concerns about geological stability in the area and the potential risks to motorists, prompting swift action by engineers and traffic marshals.
Elsewhere, residents along the Nakuru–Eldoret highway rejected toll charges on the Rironi–Mau Summit expressway during a public participation forum.
Assurance of continued monitoring
With traffic now restored, KeNHA has assured the public that continuous monitoring of the affected section will remain a top priority. The Authority emphasised that experts will keep watch over the pyroduct upstream of the road to detect any unusual activity that could compromise road safety.
The Nakuru–Eldoret highway is one of Kenya’s busiest transport corridors, linking the Rift Valley to Western Kenya and Uganda. Any disruption has a significant economic impact, particularly on cargo, agricultural products, and passenger transportation.
The Authority’s swift intervention and confirmation of safety are expected to ease anxiety among road users and restore confidence in the highway’s stability.