Kenya’s road infrastructure plays a crucial role in the economy, connecting key towns, border points, and facilitating trade across the country and beyond. The following is a list of some of the key national roads in Kenya, which are under the jurisdiction of the Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA). The roads are classified as Class A (international trunk roads) and Class B (national trunk roads).
1. Arusha (Tanzania)–Holili (Tanzania)–Taveta–Voi Road
- Distance: 230 km (143 mi)
- Designated: 2014
- Expected Completion: 2018
2. Suam–Eldoret Road
- Distance: 75 km (47 mi)
- Designated: 2017 (Expected)
- Expected Completion: 2020
3. Malindi–Bagamoyo (Tanzania) Highway
- Distance: 460 km (286 mi)
- Designated: 2017 (Expected)
- Expected Completion: 2020
4. Elwak–Mandera Road
- Distance: 216 km (134 mi)
- Designated: 2016 (Expected)
- Expected Completion: 2019
5. Dongo Kundu Bypass Highway
- Distance: 17.5 km (11 mi)
- Designated: 2015
- Expected Completion: 2018
6. Isebania–Kisii–Ahero Road
- Distance: 172 km (107 mi)
- Designated: 2016 (Expected)
- Expected Completion: 2019
7. Kisumu–Kakamega–Webuye–Kitale Road
- Distance: 160 km (99 mi)
- Designated: 2015
- Expected Completion: 2021
8. Mariakani–Kaloleni–Mavueni Road
- Distance: 60 km (37 mi)
- Designated: 2006
- Completed: 2016
9. Garissa–Nuno–Modogashe–Wajir Road
- Distance: 320 km (200 mi)
- Designated: 2015
- Completed: 2017
10. Garsen–Witu–Lamu Highway
- Distance: 122 km (76 mi)
- Designated: 2016
- Completed: 2018
11. Mombasa–Garissa Road
- Distance: 463 km (288 mi)
12. Nairobi–Mombasa Road
- Distance: 482 km (300 mi)
13. Nairobi–Malaba Road
- Distance: 448 km (278 mi)
Conclusion
The national roads in Kenya form a crucial part of the country’s transport infrastructure, connecting regions, facilitating trade, and promoting economic growth. Many of these roads also serve as vital routes for international trade, especially with neighboring countries like Uganda and Tanzania.
For updated information, the Kenya National Highway Authority continues to oversee these roads’ maintenance and upgrades to ensure safer and more efficient transportation.
