KeNHA Issues Fresh Directive Along Major Road Linking Two Counties

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a 30-day notice requiring traders and other illegal occupants along the Kamulu–Joska–Malaa–Tala–Kangundo (B63) Road to vacate road reserves and remove all unauthorised structures.

In a notice dated Friday, May 29, 2026, KeNHA warned that roadside traders, businesses, and other occupants operating within the road reserve are in violation of Kenyan law and must vacate the affected areas by June 29, 2026.

“All affected traders and occupants are required to remove their goods, structures, and any other encroachments from the road reserve within thirty (30) days from the date of this notice,” the authority said.

KeNHA Explains Reasons for the Directive

According to KeNHA, the directive is intended to facilitate planned service road improvements, construction of bus bays, and rehabilitation of drainage systems along the busy highway.

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The agency said the works form part of the ongoing performance-based maintenance and safety enhancement programme on the B63 Road, which links parts of Nairobi and Machakos counties.

KeNHA noted that the project aims to improve road safety, enhance visibility for motorists, reduce congestion, and improve traffic flow along the corridor.

Structures Face Demolition After Deadline

The highways authority warned that any structures, goods, or encroachments remaining within the road reserve after the expiry of the notice period on June 29, 2026, will be removed without further communication to their owners.

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According to the notice, the enforcement action will be carried out in line with the Kenya Roads Act, 2007, and the Traffic Act, Cap 403, which prohibit the illegal occupation of road reserves.

“Upon the expiry of the 30 days, any structures, goods, or encroachments remaining within the said section of the road reserve shall be removed without further reference to the owners, in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations governing the protection and management of road reserves and, where possible, at the cost of the owner,” KeNHA stated.

About the Kamulu–Joska–Malaa–Tala–Kangundo (B63) Road

The Kamulu–Joska–Malaa–Tala–Kangundo (B63) Road passes through several fast-growing towns in Nairobi and Machakos counties.

The road connects Kamulu, Joska, Malaa, Tala, and Kangundo, areas that have experienced rapid population growth and increased business activity in recent years.

Kamulu, Joska, and Malaa have become popular residential areas for people working in Nairobi, while Tala serves as a major trading centre in Machakos County.

The road ends at Kangundo town, an important administrative and agricultural centre in the county.

Besides linking Kamulu, Joska, Malaa, Tala, and Kangundo, the road also serves nearby areas such as Ruai, Kantafu, Koma, and Nguluni.

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Photo of KeNHA Director General Eng Luka Kimeli. PHOTO/KeNHA