The Kenya National Highways Authority (Kenha) has flagged as fake an AI-generated photograph purporting to show the Green Park pedestrian underpass flooded.
The authority said several partners had been misled by the image circulating on social media, clarifying that it does not reflect the actual condition of the underpass.
In a statement, Kenha assured Kenyans that at no point would the underpass flood, citing the robust drainage system installed at the facility.
According to the authority, the system channels any water that may find its way into the underpass to a designated collection point, from where it is pumped out.
Additionally, Kenha said all entry points to the underpass are raised in such a way that external flowing water cannot enter the facility.
“The image is AI-generated, designed to mislead and create unnecessary anxiety, and does not reflect the real state of the underpass,” the Authority stated.
Kenha urged Kenyans to verify information shared on social media through its official communication channels before circulating it further.
The authority reiterated its commitment to providing accurate updates and ensuring the safety and functionality of all road infrastructure under its mandate.
For verification or official communication, Kenha directed the public to its official platforms: Facebook – Kenya National Highways Authority; X – @KeNHAKenya; Instagram – Kenha_kenya; TikTok – @Kenhaofficial. It also provided the following contacts: Landline 0204954000, Mobile 0202989000, Cell 0700423606, and Toll-free number 0800211244.
Green Park pedestrian underpass / Kenha/ X The Greenpark Terminus pedestrian underpass features modern amenities, including washrooms, stalls, and a stairwell leading underground, with aeration systems installed to ensure fresh air circulation.
The Sh2 billion project, funded through the Road Maintenance Levy Fund, is designed to ease congestion and improve safety at the busy Haile Selassie Avenue-Uhuru Highway intersection.
The network will consist of four underpasses, including two across Haile Selassie Avenue and two across Uhuru Highway, with lengths ranging from 29 metres to 106 metres.
According to the Kenya National Highways Authority, the underpass will accommodate the more than 21,000 pedestrians who use the intersection daily, including about 8,500 at peak hours.
The facility will also host 24-hour stalls to enhance security and activity within the tunnels, which will be monitored around the clock.
Authorities say the underpass is expected to address pedestrian-traffic conflict in the area, a long-standing safety risk, while offering seamless access between the terminus and the city centre.
The government has assured users that the design prioritises safety, accessibility, and user comfort once completed.
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