KeNHA cautions motorists after sinkhole emerges on Nakuru-Kampi ya Moto Road

Motorists using the Nakuru–Kampi ya Moto Road are facing traffic disruptions following the emergence of a sinkhole near Kiamunyi, close to Riva Petrol Station, approximately 1.5 kilometres from the KFA Roundabout.

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), in a public advisory issued on Wednesday, confirmed that emergency maintenance works are currently underway to address the situation.

The sinkhole, whose sudden appearance has affected a crucial stretch of the busy road, has necessitated immediate safety and repair measures.

As a result, traffic flow along this section has been redirected, with KeNHA urging all motorists travelling to and from Nakuru, Eldoret, and Baringo to use the designated diversion route.

The State agency noted that police officers and traffic marshals have since been deployed to the scene to guide and manage traffic around the affected area.

"For safety, motorists should approach the affected section with caution, adhere to the traffic signs displayed, and follow the guidance provided by the traffic marshals and police at the scene,"KeNHA said in the statement.

The highway authority did not specify how long the repairs would take but reassured the public that all necessary steps are being taken to restore normalcy as quickly and safely as possible.