Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) has accused the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) of misleading the public about the proposed tolling of the Rironi-Mau summit highway.
In a statement, the association claimed that KeNHA’s Ksh8 per kilometer fee conceals higher charges motorists are likely to face.
MAK alleged that the figure the authority announced did not reflect the actual cost that different categories of vehicle owners are likely to pay.
According to the association, the lowest rate is approximately Ksh 15 per kilometer, translating to about Ksh 2,625 one-way for the full Rironi-Mau Summit stretch, with a return trip costing up to Ksh 5,250.
Motorists Association faults KeNHA for misleading the public
“The Motorist Association of Kenya (MAK) issues an urgent public alert regarding the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) ‘s misleading announcement of a Ksh 8 per kilometre toll fee for the Rironi-Naivasha-Nakuru-Mau Summit Highway. This figure is a deliberate deception designed to create public buy-in, masking the true, exorbitant costs hidden within a secret toll policy,” the Lobby stated.
“Here’s what Kenyans can expect to pay, far exceeding the deceptive Ksh 8 per kilometre: Small Saloon Cars: The lowest rate is approximately Ksh 15 per kilometre, translating to about Ksh 2,625 one way for the full Rironi-Mau Summit stretch. A return trip would cost Ksh 5,250,” it added.
The association further stated that buses, matatus and trucks could be subjected to even higher fees running into thousands of shillings.
Additionally, it questioned the transparency surrounding the project, calling on the government and KeNHA to make public all agreements related to the highway’s financing, concession arrangements and tolling framework.
