Passaris issues update on Green Park Terminus pedestrian underpass
By Nancy Marende, August 7, 2025Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has issued an update on the progress of the Green Park Terminus Pedestrian Underpass, hailing it as a transformative project for urban mobility in the capital.
In a statement on Thursday, August 7, 2025, Passaris stated that the underpass, currently under construction by the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), spans 500 metres beneath Haile Selassie Avenue and Uhuru Highway.
Further, she stated that once complete, it will offer a safe, modern, and efficient passageway for thousands of pedestrians accessing the Green Park Bus Terminus daily.
“The 24-hour facility will feature lifts, escalators, CCTV, retail stalls, and public amenities, ensuring safety, accessibility, and convenience for thousands of daily users. Inspired by global cities, it’s a bold step toward decongesting the CBD and modernising infrastructure,” read the statement.
The construction of the Ksh2 billion Green Park underpass at the intersection of Uhuru Highway and Haile Selassie Avenue will be complete and open to pedestrians in the next four months.
Complete rate
The modern urban infrastructure meant for easing pedestrian movement and facilitating smooth traffic flow into the central business district (CBD) is now 88 per cent complete, according to the contractor.
The underpass is expected to provide pedestrians with efficient commuting space underneath the major Uhuru Highway, enabling them to access the CBD from Uhuru Park, the Nairobi Railways station, and Haile Selassie Avenue without crossing the chaotic traffic lanes.
Deputy Chief of Staff for Performance and Delivery Management Eliud Owalo, during an inspection tour with engineers and officials from the Government Delivery Unit, was briefed on the status of the project by the contractor, the China Road and Bridge Corporation.
“This underpass is not just any construction project; it is the embodiment of a vision to modernise Nairobi’s urban landscape. We are creating an experience, not just a crossing.”
The road infrastructure project aims to reduce persistent traffic jams by modernising both pedestrian and motor vehicle flow at one of Nairobi’s most congested junctions.
“Pedestrians walking through the Green Park underpass will be treated to a clean, secure corridor that feels more like a mini plaza than a tunnel. They will have access to conveniences like coffee shops, kiosks, and newsstands, transforming a simple walk from the hustle and bustle into a seamless, city-friendly experience,” Owalo stated.