The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a 30-day notice directing traders and other unauthorized occupants operating along the Kisii-Ahero Highway to vacate road reserve areas.

In a notice on Friday, May 29, the authority announced that all illegal roadside occupants must clear the affected areas within 30 days.

“The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) hereby notifies all illegal roadside occupants, including traders and unauthorized structures along the Kisii – Ahero (A1) Road, to remove their wares and vacate the road reserve within thirty (30) days from the date of this notice,” the notice read.

KeNHA explained that the move forms part of a wider effort to remove obstructions that may interfere with traffic movement along the busy highway corridor.

“The project is part of the Authority’s ongoing road safety improvement initiative that seeks to reduce accidents and ensure the unobstructed flow of traffic along the Highway,” the statement added.

KeNHA further warned that enforcement measures would be taken against those who fail to comply after the notice period lapses.

“All affected traders are urged to comply within the stipulated timeframe upon the expiry of this notice, on June 27, 2026 to avoid enforcement action in accordance with the relevant laws governing road reserves,” the statement concluded.