Nairobi Expressway Waives Toll Fees Amid Flooding-Induced Traffic Disruptions
Motorists using the Nairobi Expressway will temporarily enjoyed waived toll fees at selected exits following severe traffic congestion caused by flooding along the A8 section.
The operator announced Friday the measure after significant waterlogging disrupted traffic flow for vehicles traveling from Molongo toward the city center, leading to prolonged delays.
In a statement, MOJA Expressway said the toll waiver applies to motorists exiting via the Southern Bypass and the Eastern Bypass (Exit A).
The relief measure will remain in effect until the affected road sections are fully restored and traffic normalizes.
Drivers approaching the city from Molongo have been advised to access the Expressway through any inbound entry point.
However, to benefit from the toll waiver, they must exit through either the Southern Bypass or Eastern Bypass Exit A.
The operator urged all motorists to adhere to traffic guidance and exercise caution due to the hazardous conditions caused by ongoing rains.
MOJA Expressway said it is closely monitoring the situation and will continue to provide updates as necessary, as authorities work to address the flooding and ease congestion along the critical transport corridor.
Heavy rains pounding parts of Nairobi and neighboring Kajiado County have triggered widespread flooding, displacing residents, disrupting transport, and prompting emergency response efforts.
Several sections of Mombasa Road, particularly near the Eastern Bypass, were rendered impassable after rising engulfed key lanes, causing major traffic snarl-ups. Motorists were forced to seek alternative routes as authorities worked to restore normal flow.
In Mukuru kwa Njenga, one of Nairobi’s densely populated informal settlements, fears are growing over unconfirmed reports of missing persons.
Dozens of households have reportedly been marooned by fast-rising floodwaters, with rescue teams from the Kenya Red Cross Society deployed to assess the situation and provide assistance.
Elsewhere, near T-Mall along Lang’ata Road, a vehicle was swept into a ditch following flash floods.
Emergency responders managed to evacuate all occupants safely, averting what could have been a tragic outcome.
Residents in low-lying areas across the city have been urged to move to safer ground as the rains persist. Authorities warn that clogged drainage systems and continued downpours could worsen the situation.
In Kajiado County, similar scenes have been reported, with seasonal rivers bursting their banks and cutting off access to several rural communities. Local officials say efforts are underway to reach affected families and deliver relief supplies.
The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that heavy rainfall is likely to continue in the coming days, raising the risk of further flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas.
Emergency services remain on high alert, urging the public to exercise caution, avoid flooded roads, and heed safety advisories as the situation unfolds.