The Director General of the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), Eng. Kungu Ndung’u, has officially resigned, marking the end of a tenure defined by aggressive infrastructure expansion, rehabilitation, and modernization.
The resignation was announced by KeNHA’s Deputy Director of Corporate Communications, Samwel Kumba, who confirmed that Eng. Luka Kimeli, the current Roads Secretary, has been appointed as Acting Director General.
Appointed in October 2021, Eng. Ndung’u took charge of the authority during a critical phase of Kenya’s road infrastructure transformation. His leadership saw a strategic focus on both restoring damaged infrastructure and investing in long-term road development across the country.
Major Projects Overseen by Eng. Ndung’u:
Rehabilitation of Mombasa Road
Following the construction of the Nairobi Expressway, Ndung’u led the rehabilitation of Mombasa Road, overseeing repairs to damaged sections and the addition of three footbridges to improve pedestrian safety and traffic efficiency.
Dongo Kundu Bypass
Although initiated before his tenure, Ndung’u played a key role in accelerating the Sh28 billion Dongo Kundu Bypass project, designed to reduce congestion at the Likoni ferry and improve access to the South Coast.
Rironi–Mau Summit Highway Expansion
He was instrumental in pushing forward the Sh200 billion expansion of this key transport corridor linking Nairobi to western Kenya—an initiative expected to slash travel time and support regional trade.
Land Compensation Oversight
In Parliament, he reported on the disbursement of Sh49 billion out of a planned Sh84 billion for land compensation in 60 ongoing projects, navigating complex budgetary and planning challenges.
Weigh bridge-Project
Eng. Kung’u announced plans to construct 26 virtual weighbridges across Kenya to combat road damage caused by overloaded trucks. They will be located on major highways and other key locations, including the Southern Bypass, Sagana, Kamulu, Yatta, Eldoret, and more
Eng. Ndung’u leaves behind a legacy of pragmatic infrastructure leadership, steering KeNHA through a period of both ambition and difficulty.
As Eng. Kimeli steps in, all eyes will be on how the authority maintains momentum amid rising public expectations and growing pressure for transparency and delivery.
