KeNHA Issues Alternative Routes as Flooding Hits Mai Mahiu–Suswa–Narok Road
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The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a traffic advisory following flooding and silt deposition along sections of the Mai Mahiu–Suswa–Narok (B7) Road.
In a notice dated March 19, 2026, KeNHA, through its Director General, Engineer Luka Kimeli, said the affected area is at Kedong Ranch near Suswa, where heavy rains have made parts of the road impassable.
“The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) wishes to notify motorists that this evening the Mai Mahiu-Suswa-Narok (B7) Road experienced flooding and silt deposition at Kedong Ranch near Suswa,” read part of the notice.
KeNHA Issues Alternative Routes as Mai Mahiu–Suswa–Narok (B7) Road is Hit with Flooding
As such Motorists who have not yet begun their journeys have been encouraged by the Authority to delay travel until the floodwaters subside.
For those with unavoidable travel plans, the authority has recommended alternative routes, including:
- Ngong – Suswa
- Nairobi – Naivasha – Nakuru – Mau Narok – Narok
- Nairobi – Naivasha – Longonot – Suswa
The agency noted that emergency response teams have been deployed and are working to clear the silt and restore normal traffic flow.
Motorists have been warned against attempting to drive through flooded sections, with KeNHA cautioning that doing so could result in vehicles being swept away or getting stuck.
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Drivers have also been urged to strictly follow instructions from police officers and traffic marshals stationed along the route.
“The Authority is currently working to reopen the affected section of the road,” the statement read.
KeNHA further advised road users to exercise extreme caution, particularly along the stretch between Naivasha Inland Container Depot (Km 14) and Suswa Ranch (Km 39), where heavy rainfall continues to be experienced.
KeNHA assured the public that it is working around the clock to ensure the safety of road users and to restore normal traffic conditions as soon as possible.
About the Road
The Mai Mahiu–Suswa–Narok (B7) Road is an important highway that connects Mai Mahiu, Suswa, and Narok.
The road serves as a key transport corridor linking Nairobi and Naivasha to Narok and the wider Maasai Mara region.
It is widely used by passenger vehicles, trucks, and tourists, especially those heading to southwestern Kenya.
The road is prone to flooding, silt deposits, and cracks, especially during heavy rains.
These issues sometimes make sections impassable, leading to closures or diversions.
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Photo of KeNHA Director General Eng Luka Kimeli. PHOTO/KeNHA