KeNHA Gives Update on Nairobi-Kiambu Express Bus Project

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KeNHA officials on Friday, June 26, announced that progress is underway to introduce electric buses along the Thika Superhighway corridor linking Ruiru to Nairobi’s Central Business District and Kenyatta National Hospital.

The announcement was made during a joint inspection of the BRT Line 2 works by KeNHA Acting Director General Luka Kimeli and officials from the Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority.

According to KeNHA, the 27.4-kilometre corridor will run from Ruiru in Kiambu through Nairobi CBD to Kenyatta National Hospital as part of the Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Master Plan.

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"The corridor is expected to provide a modern, efficient, and high-capacity public transport system along the busy Thika Superhighway," the Authority announced.

The revival of the project follows concerns over delays in its implementation, with the set targets yet to be achieved due to the settlement of pending bills owed to the contractor, which led to the suspension of works.

Other setbacks faced by the project included prolonged discussions with development partners, driven by changes in the United States government policy on foreign assistance.

The system will feature dedicated bus lanes, allowing buses to operate independently of mixed traffic and significantly reducing travel times for commuters who currently rely on matatus and private vehicles.

A major component of the project is the planned deployment of electric buses, supported by a Ksh8.7 billion financing agreement between Kenya and the U.S.

The electric fleet is expected to cut fuel costs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve air quality across the Nairobi Metropolitan Area, while also delivering efficient passenger services.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke

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