The Kenya National Highways Authority has announced the temporary closure of a section of the Isiolo–Kirish (A2) road near the School of Military Engineering access road to allow for reconstruction works.

KeNHA said the affected stretch at Km 29+140 will remain closed from April 17 to May 15, 2026.

According to the authority, the closure is necessary to facilitate the reconstruction of a failed road pavement between Km 29+140 and Km 29+300.

Motorists have been advised to use designated diversion routes as outlined in the traffic management plan and to cooperate with police officers and traffic marshals stationed at the site.

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The agency said the works are aimed at improving road safety and ensuring smoother traffic flow along the key transport corridor linking Isiolo to northern Kenya.

KeNHA Director General Luka Kimeli urged road users to exercise patience during the construction period, noting that the temporary inconvenience will result in long-term benefits once the repairs are complete.

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The Isiolo–Kirish road forms part of the A2 highway, a critical route for movement of goods and passengers in the region.

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) is a statutory body established under the Kenya Roads Act of 2007 and inaugurated in September 2008.

KeNHA is responsible for the development, rehabilitation, management and maintenance of all National Trunk Roads comprising of Class S, A, and B roads. The classes are defined as follows:

It is responsible for the development, rehabilitation, and maintenance of national trunk roads—classified as S, A, and B roads—which link key cities, ports, border points, and strategic economic hubs across Kenya.

The Authority also oversees highway planning, design, and supervision, ensures road quality and safety; manages road assets; and enforces the protection of road reserves.

KeNHA works with government agencies, contractors, and development partners to deliver major infrastructure projects aligned with Kenya’s Vision 2030 goals.

KeNHA is headquartered in Nairobi and has ten regional offices and three corridor management offices.

KeNHA was certified ISO 9001: 2008 on July 2013 and was recertified to ISO 9001: 2015 in September 2018. KeNHA is also in charge of all weigh bridge installations.