The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has dismissed claims circulating on social media that the newly constructed Greenpark Pedestrian Underpass is flooded following the ongoing heavy rainfall in the country.
In a statement dated February 26, the authority clarified that an image showing the underpass submerged in water is AI-generated and intended to mislead the public.
“It has come to the attention of the Authority that a number of stakeholders have been misled by the AI-Generated photograph of a flooded Green Park Pedestrian Underpass,” read part of the statement.
Additionally, KeNHA shared recent photos of the underpass showing that the Underpass was dry and still neat with no signs of flooding.
KeNHA Clarifies Flooding Claims at Greenpark Pedestrian Underpass
KeNHA argued that the newly constructed underpass is fitted with a robust drainage system that channels any water that may enter a collection point, from which it is pumped out.
“The Authority would like to assure the public that at no point would the Underpass flood given the robust drainage system installed that channels any water, that may find its way in, to a collection point from where it is pumped out,” read part of the statement.
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The authority added that all entry points to the underpass are elevated to prevent surface water from entering.
KeNHA urged members of the public to verify information through its official communication channels before sharing it online, noting its commitment to maintaining safe and functional road infrastructure.
“KeNHA encourages the public to verify any information shared on social media platforms with the Authority’s official communication channels before circulating.”
Newly Constructed Greenpark Pedestrian Underpass
KeNHA previously confirmed that the Greenpark terminus pedestrian underpass is nearly complete and will be available for public use in June.
According to the authority, the KSh2 billion project is designed to serve pedestrians navigating the Haile Selassie, Mombasa Road, Uhuru Highway, and Ng’ong Road roundabout.
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KeNHA has fitted the facility with CCTV cameras, seven elevators for persons with disabilities, and lights.
Additionally, the authority noted that it would rely on the nearest police station to ensure round-the-clock monitoring.
As part of the plan to improve mobility in the city, the government is in the race to finish the Kenyatta Avenue Viaduct, an overpass currently under construction, designed to connect Valley Road and Ngong Road directly to the Central Business District.
Also, the Junction Mall Flyover, a KSh3.58 billion elevated roadway at the intersection of Ngong Road and Naivasha Road that will feature protected pedestrian walkways and cycling lanes, is expected to be completed by July 2027.
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