The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced the temporary closure of a section of the Nairobi Southern Bypass, following an accident that occurred on the morning of Friday, April 24, 2026.
In a notice, KeNHA revealed that the section has been closed in the area between Thogoto and Dagoretti interchanges near Karinde.
Additionally, motorists have been warned to brace for traffic delays along the affected section, with KeNHA advising that they plan their journeys as a multiagency team of emergency responders works to ensure that normalcy returns.
“The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) wishes to notify motorists that the Nairobi Southern Bypass (Ole Sereni-bound), between Thogoto and Dagoretti Interchanges near Karinde, has been temporarily closed following a road traffic accident earlier this morning,” part of the notice read.
“Trafic delays are expected along the affected section, and motorists are advised to plan their journeys accordingly”, the authority added.
KeNHA has further advised motorists to consider using the Kikuyu-Mutuini-Dagoretti (C63 Road) as an alternative and to cooperate with traffic marshals and enforcement officers on the section.
“KeNHA assures all road users that we are working around the clock to restore normal traffic flow and ensure the safety of motorists”.
According to reports, the disruption was caused by an accident involving two long-distance trucks along the busy Gitaru stretch.
Reports suggest a lorry that had broken down by the roadside was struck from behind by another truck, with early indications pointing to brake failure as the likely cause of the collision.
One person was reportedly dead while another sustained serious injuries in the crash.
