The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has adopted the Hand Packed Stone (HPS) technology in an effort to enhance the durability of Mombasa Road.
In a statement issued on Sunday, December 15, KeNHA emphasized that this labor-intensive method aims to improve the road’s structural integrity and ensure value for taxpayer money.
The introduction of HPS technology is part of larger rehabilitation efforts currently underway on several sections of Mombasa Road. To address significant drainage issues resulting from high water percolation, the contractor has also incorporated a rockfill base designed to stabilize the wet ground.
KeNHA articulated that the construction will be capped with a layer of Dense Bitumen Macadam and Asphalt Concrete, which will provide additional strength and longevity to the road.
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) announced a temporary closure of a section of Mombasa Road from October 29, 2024, to Friday, November 22, 2024.
This closure is necessary to facilitate the realignment of the road and the construction of a mid-span footbridge foundation at the median located between the Mombasa-bound lanes and the adjacent Nairobi Expressway fence.
Traffic disruptions are expected to continue at the area near Panari Hotel during this period. KeNHA has urged motorists to adhere to the proposed traffic management plan and to cooperate with police and traffic marshals stationed on-site.
The authority’s proactive measures aim to minimize inconvenience for road users while ensuring safety during the construction process.
Established under the Kenya Roads Act of 2007 and inaugurated in September 2008, KeNHA is tasked with the development, rehabilitation, management, and maintenance of all National Trunk Roads categorized as Class S, A, and B roads.
Headquartered in Nairobi, KeNHA operates ten regional offices and three corridor management offices across the country, underscoring its commitment to effective infrastructure management.
Some of its ongoing projects include the construction of the Nairobi Western Bypass, funded by the Government of Kenya and China Exim Bank.
This vital interchange at Gitaru, connecting to the Southern Bypass will improve traffic and access.
