Severe traffic has disrupted movement along the Naivasha–Nakuru highway, leaving travelers stranded for hours and causing major delays for motorists heading in both directions.
According to reports, congestion began at around 3 AM on Sunday, leaving motorists in long queues.
In a spot check by The Kenya Times, Public service vehicles, private cars, and freight trucks have stalled at Kinale, creating congestion on the way.
Travelers Stranded at Kinale for Hours
According to reports, road construction along the Nakuru Naivasha highway has caused soil to spill on the highway, as heavy goods trucks have been struck, causing the traffic congestion.
At Kinale, travelers have reportedly been stuck since around 3 am with no progress for hours, causing long stretches along the Naivasha – Nakuru Highway.
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Motorists have also overlapped the lanes, causing more disruption as no movement can occur.
The situation has left passengers frustrated, with some vehicles immobilized in long queues stretching several kilometers.
The Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association has reported that movement has been completely halted in some sections, forcing travelers to wait for extended periods.
Alternative Routes Recommended Amid Ongoing Delays
Motorists intending to use the Naivasha–Kimende stretch have been urged to use an alternative route and avoid the worsening congestion.
Suggested diversions include using Ngong–Suswa route and the Maai Mahiu corridor.
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However, concerns have also been raised that the Maai Mahiu route could become congested if traffic pressure continues to build, especially with more vehicles diverting from the main highway.
Road users have been urged to check real-time traffic updates before embarking on their journeys to avoid further delays.
Motorists have also been encouraged to exercise patience and observe proper lane discipline to help ease the situation. Overlapping and indiscipline along the highway have been identified as key contributing factors to the gridlock, worsening the already stalled traffic.
Closure along Ngong Road/Naivasha Road
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has issued a public notice announcing a partial road closure along Ngong Road/Naivasha Road.
According to the notice issued on May 17, KURA stated that a section of Ngong Road / Naivasha Road at the Junction Mall will be partially closed.
The closure is scheduled from Monday, 18 May 2026, to Sunday, 31 May 2026, inclusive.
“We wish to notify the general public that a section of Ngong Road / Naivasha Road at the Junction Mall will be partially closed as from Monday, 18th May 2026, till Sunday, 31st May 2026, both days inclusive. The closing will be carried from 8:00 PM to 4:00 AM,” read part of the statement.
According to the notice, the affected section will be closed during night hours from 8:00 PM to 4:00 AM.
The closure is intended to facilitate asphalt works during the final finishing stage of ongoing road construction.
Motorists have been advised to use alternative routes as indicated in the provided traffic management sketch and to follow guidance from traffic police officers and road marshals during the closure period.
