The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced the temporary closure of a section of the Thika Superhighway at Globe Roundabout to facilitate reinstatement works on the Nairobi River Bridge.
In a notice issued on March 12, 2026, KeNHA Director General Luka Kimeli said the partial closure will run from March 12 to March 19, 2026, allowing engineers to conduct restoration works along the busy corridor.
Traffic diversions announced
To minimise disruption and ease traffic flow during the construction period, KeNHA has introduced several diversion routes for motorists travelling through the affected area.
Drivers travelling from Thika towards the Nairobi Central Business District will be required to use the Globe Overpass.
Motorists approaching from Thika and heading toward University Way will be diverted through Prof. Wangari Maathai Road.
Those travelling from Thika toward Kirinyaga Road and the OTC Bus Station will be directed to use Ring Road.
Meanwhile, motorists travelling along Kipande Road and heading to the CBD will be redirected through Limuru Road at Fig Tree, before connecting to Prof. Wangari Maathai Road.
Drivers travelling along University Way from the CBD who intend to make a U-turn at Globe Roundabout toward Thika will instead use the Guru Nanak U-Turn.
Safety advisory to motorists
KeNHA said temporary traffic control measures, lane management systems and additional diversions may be introduced as engineers conduct technical investigations and stabilisation works at the site.
The authority urged motorists to remain cautious and cooperate with officials managing traffic around the construction zone.
“Motorists are requested to exercise caution around the work areas, follow the proposed traffic management plan and cooperate with police officers and traffic marshals on site,” the agency said.
The works are expected to restore structural integrity at the Nairobi River Bridge and ensure continued safety for motorists using one of the capital’s busiest transport corridors.
