The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has cautioned Kenyans and politicians against placing campaign posters on road signs.

In a statement on September 8, KeNHA said it has noted that road signs in areas where by-elections willl be held in November have been defaced with campaign posters.

“It has come to the attention of the Authority that roads signs have been defaced with posters, including those of campaigning candidates in areas scheduled for by elections,” KeNHA said.

KeNHA has cautioned the public against this careless destruction of road signs.

The Authority stated that such posters can affect motorists using the routes and lead to road accidents.

Additionally, KeNHA warned that such actions will attract a fine of Ksh85,000, an imprisonment or both.

“The public is cautioned against this act as it proves to be destructive to motorists plying the affected routes which could lead to accidents and possible loss of lives. If found defacing road furniture, you will be liable to a fine of not less that Kshs.85,000 per incident or imprisonment or both, “KeNHA said.

Kenyans Asked to Protect Infrastructure

KeNHA has called out all Kenyans to protect road furniture and report such incidents to the nearest police station.

The Authority has further provided emergency toll-free line at “0800211244” to all Kenyans who will witness anybody vandalizing road signs to reach them out.

“As an Authority, we urge all Kenyans to protect road furniture and report any acts of defacing and vandalism to any KeNHA office or the nearest police station. If you witness any form of vandalism on the highways, kindly contact us on the KeNHA toll-free line at 0800211244,” KeNHA added.

IEBC By-Elections

The Independent Election and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will hold all by‑elections on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

This includes 16 ward (MCA) seats, six National Assembly seats, and the Baringo County Senate seat.

A photo collage of KeNHA road signs. PHOTO/KeNHA.