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Kenya National Highways Authority

July 15, 2021
in Africa, Kenya
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The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) is an autonomous road agency. Its responsibility is for the management, development, rehabilitation, and maintenance of Class A, B and C roads as explained below.

Kenya National Highways Authority
KeNHA
Agency overview
Formed 2007
Jurisdiction Kenya
Headquarters Barabara Plaza, Off Airport South Road, along Mazao Road,Opposite KCAA HQs.
Agency executive
  • Eng. Wangai Ndirangu
    Chairman
    Peter Mundinia
    Director General
Parent agency Kenya Ministry of Transport And Infrastructure
Website Homepage

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) is a statutory body established under the Kenya Roads Act of 2007. It was inaugurated in September 2008 and the first Director General appointed in December 2008. Its headquarters is in Nairobi and has ten regional offices and three corridor management offices. KeNHA was certified ISO 9001: 2008 on July 2013 and was recertified to ISO 9001: 2015 in September 2018.

KeNHA is responsible for the development, rehabilitation, management and maintenance of all National Trunk Roads comprising Classes S, A, and B roads, totalling to approximately 21,583 Km as per the gazette notice L.N. 2/2016. The classes are defined as follows:

i)  Class-S Road: A Highway that connects two or more cities and carries safely a large volume of traffic at the highest speed of operation; Total – 40 Kilometers (All Paved)

ii)  Class-A Road: A Highway that forms a strategic route and corridor connecting international boundaries at identified immigration entry and exit points and international terminals such as international air or sea ports; Total – 6,830 Kilometers (Paved 4,975 KMs, Unpaved 1,855 KMs) and

iii)  Class-B Road: A Highway that forms an important national route linking national trading or economic hubs, County Headquarters and other nationally important centers to each other and to the National Capital or to Class A roads. Total – 14,713 Kilometers (Paved 7,202 KMs, Unpaved 7,511 KMs))

Under the Constitution of Kenya 2010, the National Government (through the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Housing, Urban Development and Public Works) has the overall responsibility for the provision of an efficient road network in Kenya. The Ministry provides the policy and regulatory frameworks, coordination, oversight, supervision, liaison with other state agencies and any services necessary for the smooth functioning of the roads sub-sector.

The core functions of The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) as defined by the Kenya Roads Act of 2007 include;

a)  To construct, upgrade, rehabilitate and maintain roads under its control;

b)  To control national roads and road reserves and access to roadside developments;

c)  To implement road policies in relation to national roads;

d)  To ensure adherence to the rules and guidelines on axle load control prescribed under the Traffic Act and under any regulations under the Kenya Roads Act, 2007;

e)  To ensure that the quality of road works is met;

f)  To collect and collate data related to the use of national roads;

g)  To prepare road works programmes for all national roads;

h)  To monitor and evaluate the use of national roads;

i)  To plan the development and maintenance of national roads;

j)  To advice the Minister on all issues relating to national roads;

k)  To liaise and coordinate with other road authorities in planning and on operations;

l)  To perform other functions related to the implementation of the Kenya Roads Act, 2007 as may be directed by the Minister.

KENHA – CORE VALUES

1) Integrity – We shall endeavor manage our business on the basis of honesty and transparency by ensuring excellence within the Authority through upholding professionalism, ethical standards and accountability.

2) Customer Focus – We recognize the importance of our customers as partners and endeavor to meet their expectations.

3) Innovation – We shall continuously improve our processes, nurture new ideas, exceptional talent and embrace modernization by introducing new methods and interventions through Research and Development.

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4) Team work – Maximize our collective talents through active participation, collaboration and partnerships based on mutual trust, respect, support, cooperation and effective communication.

5) Equity – The Authority will uphold the highest levels of equity by treating all stakeholders without any discrimination.

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Strategic Objectives

1. Enhance efficiency and capacity within the national trunk roads network
2. Define, delineate and clear road reserves and depot camps
3. Preserve the quality of the national trunk road network
4. Ensure environmental sustainability and promote social interests
5. Strengthen the institutional capacity
6. Institutionalize Research and Development within the Authority
7. To mobilize additional financial resources to bridge any financing gaps
8. Strengthen leadership and integrity

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) Location

The headquarters of KeNHA are located at Barabara Plaza, off Mombasa Road, opposite Kenya Civil Aviation Authority HQ in the neighborhood of JKIA, in Nairobi, Kenya’s capital and largest city. The coordinates of the agency’s headquarters are: 1°17’57.0″S, 36°48’48.0″E (Latitude:-1.299165; Longitude:36.813324). Find Them At; Barabara Plaza, Off Airport South Road, Opp. KCAA HQs.

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KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

PROJECT SECTION COMPLETED LENGTH
Northern Corridor Transport Improvement Project (NCTIP)
  • Reconstruction works for Timboroa – Eldoret
73 Km
  • Rehabilitation of Kericho – Nyamasaria
76 Km
  • Mau Summit – Kericho
58 Km
  • Nyamasaria – Kisian (Kisumu Bypass)
22 Km
  • Rehabilitation of Eldoret – Webuye
60 Km
  • Webuye – Malaba
62 Km
East Africa Road Network Project (EARNP)
  • Modika – Nuno
23 Km
  • Upgrading of Voi – Mwatate – Taveta
114 Km
Kenya Transport Sector Support Project (KTSSP)
  • 132.3 Km out of the targeted 222 Km of Roads were constructed/rehabilitated.
  • Rehabilitation  of Kisumu – Kakamega (47 Km) – 94% Complete
  • Rehabilitation of Bachuma Gate – Maji ya Chumvi (53 Km) – 82% Complete
  • Construction of Interchanges at Nakuru / Nyahururu turnoff
Lamu Port South Sudan Ethiopia Transport Corridor (LAPSSET)
  • Isiolo – Merille River
136 Km
  • Merille River – Marsabit
121 Km
  • Marsabit – Turbi
121 Km
  • Turbi – Moyale
127 Km
Other Major Programmes and Projects Completed Includes
  • Nairobi Southern Bypass
30 Km
  • Construction of Phase one of Dongo – Kundu Bypass (Miritini – Mwache Kipevu link road)
19 Km
  • Port Reitz / Moi International Airport
  • Sotik – Ndanai – Gorgor
  • Ejinja – Bumala
37 Km
  • Kangema – Gacharage
35 Km
  • Kaloleni – Kilifi
35 Km
  • Rumuruti – Naibor
45 Km
  • Siaya – Ruambwa
29 Km
  • Masara – Suna – Kehancha
47 Km
  • Homabay – Mbita
43 Km
  • Londiani – Fort Ternan
63 Km
  • Chepterit – Kimondi – Baraton
14 Km
  • Athi River – Namanga
135 Km

(KeNHA) Overview

The Government of Kenya divides the roads into several classes, including the following:

  1. Class S: “A Highway that connects two or more cities and carries safely a large volume of traffic at the highest speed of operation”.
  2. Class A: “A Highway that forms a strategic route and corridor connecting international boundaries at identified immigration entry and exit points and international terminals such as international air or sea ports”.
  3. Class B: “A Highway that forms an important national route linking national trading or economic hubs, County Headquarters and other nationally important centers to each other and to the National Capital or to Class A roads”.

The agency is mandated to manage, develop, rehabilitate and maintain national roads.

(KeNHA) Contacts

Head Office Contacts

Barabara Plaza, Off Airport South Road, along Mazao Road,Opposite KCAA HQs.

P.O. Box 49712 – 00100 Nairobi. Kenya.

Customer Service Hotline: Tel: +254 700423606, 0204954000

Email:   dg@kenha.co.ke

KeNHA Permits Email:   kenhapermits@kenha.co.ke

To Report Unethical Conduct:   integrity@kenha.co.ke

Website: www.kenha.co.ke

KENHA Regional Offices & Corridor Contacts

NAIROBI

REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR’S NAME OFFICE TEL & EMAIL P.O.ADDRESS
Nairobi Eng. A. Maiteka 020-2632237/ 020-2642475
Email:rd.nairobi@kenha.co.ke
P.O Box 200-00507 Nairobi.

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UPPER EASTERN

REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR’S NAME OFFICE TEL & EMAIL P.O.ADDRESS
Isiolo Eng S.Takoy 0645352074 Email: rd.uppereastern@kenha.co.ke P.O.BOX 325 -60300 ISIOLO

LOWER EASTERN

REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR’S NAME OFFICE TEL & EMAIL P.O.ADDRESS
Machakos Eng J.Kaburia 044-2020287
Email: rd.lowereastern@kenha.co.ke
P.O.BOX 2603 – 90100 MACHAKOS.

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COAST

REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR’S NAME OFFICE TEL & EMAIL P.O.ADDRESS
Coast Eng. E. Wambua 020-2653702 / 0700344891 Email:rd.coast@kenha.co.ke P.O.BOX 84254 – 80100 MOMBASA.

SOUTH RIFT

REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR’S NAME OFFICE TEL & EMAIL P.O.ADDRESS
Nakuru Eng. F. Oyugah 0785663508 Email:rd.southrift@kenha.co.ke P.O.BOX 17752-20100 NAKURU.

NORTH RIFT

REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR’S NAME OFFICE TEL & EMAIL P.O.ADDRESS
Eldoret Eng. F. Kipyator 0777-127531
Email: rd.northrift@kenha.co.ke
P.O.BOX 2708 ELDORET.

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CENTRAL

REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR’S NAME OFFICE TEL & EMAIL P.O.ADDRESS
Nyeri Eng. F. Kimata 061-2034419 / 0704000 133
Email:rd.central@kenha.co.ke
P.O.BOX 372 NYERI.

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NYANZA

REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR’S NAME OFFICE TEL & EMAIL P.O.ADDRESS
Kisumu Eng. C. Makau 061-2300098 / 0733283167 / 0708711137
Email:rd.nyanza@kenha.co.ke
P.O.BOX 781 -40100 KISUMU

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NORTH EASTERN

REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR’S NAME OFFICE TEL & EMAIL P.O.ADDRESS
Garissa Eng. S. Omuono 020-2214100
rd.northeastern@kenha.co.ke
P.O.BOX 41 – 70100 GARISSA.

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WESTERN

REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR’S NAME OFFICE TEL & EMAIL P.O.ADDRESS
Kakamega Eng. I.J. Onsongo 056-2030089 / 0712305770
Email: rd.werstern@kenha.co.ke
495-50100 kakamega.

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