The government has cautioned city motorists against using the Nairobi Expressway before it is officially opened for public use.
As traffic snarl-ups continue to be witnessed in sections where construction is still ongoing along Mombasa Road, some motorists have been sharing videos of themselves driving on the express highway online, raving about their quick trips.
The Expressway’s Head Office has, however, warned drivers off the highway, stating that those caught will face trespassing charges.
“Please be advised that the Nairobi Expressway is NOT open for use by the public. Construction is still ongoing and for your safety, we strongly advise motorists not to drive along any accessible parts of the project,” read a notice issued Monday.
“Anyone found driving within or accessing the Nairobi Expressway route before the official launch will be TRESPASSING and will therefore be reported to the authorities.”
The 27.1km expressway project, which runs from Mlolongo through the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) past the city center to Westlands, will cost Sh89 billion.
The highway features a four-lane and six-lane dual carriageway and is expected to be opened by April.
Transport Cabinet Secretary James Macharia had stated in a previous interview that the Nairobi Expressway would be available for use starting March 2022.
“The 27-kilometer expressway that stretches from Mlolongo through Uhuru Highway to the James Gichuru Road junction in Westlands will be used on a trial basis in March 2022, approximately three months earlier than anticipated,” he said at the time.
Kenha now says the trial dates will be officially announced by the agency.
