KeNHA Issues Seven-Day Eviction Notice to Traders Along Thika Superhighway

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a seven-day notice to roadside traders operating along sections of the Thika Superhighway to remove their structures and clear all encroachments from the road reserve.

In a public notice dated February 23, 2026, KeNHA directed traders at Kihunguro (both bounds), Allsops (both bounds) and the Delview sections to vacate the affected areas within seven days from the date of the notice.

The Authority said the clearance is intended to pave the way for the construction of designated roadside stations aimed at improving corridor functionality, enhancing safety standards and easing traffic congestion along the busy highway.

“This is to facilitate the construction of designated roadside stations intended to enhance corridor functionality, improve safety standards, and alleviate traffic congestion along the affected sections,” the notice reads in part.

KeNHA noted that the project forms part of its ongoing road safety improvement initiatives designed to reduce accidents, restore order within the road reserve and ensure unobstructed traffic flow along the highway.

The agency warned that failure to comply within the stipulated timeframe would attract enforcement action in line with laws governing road reserves.

“All affected traders are urged to comply within the stipulated timeframe to avoid enforcement action in accordance with the relevant laws governing road reserves,” the notice states.

The directive is expected to affect dozens of informal traders who have set up businesses along the highway, particularly at busy commuter stages and service lanes.

The notice was signed by KeNHA Director General Eng. Luka Kimeli.