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The concerns came to light during a public participation forum on the 233-kilometre project, which is expected to break ground in the coming months.
Residents of Naivasha have raised strong objections to plans requiring all motorists to pay toll charges along the proposed Rironi–Mau Summit expressway, terming the move a form of double taxation.
The concerns came to light during a public participation forum on the 233-kilometre project, which is expected to break ground in the coming months.
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) confirmed that design work is underway following a feasibility study that identified the urgent need to expand the busy Nairobi–Nakuru highway.
Senior KeNHA engineer Antony Ng’ang’a told residents that two Chinese companies have already been identified to undertake the project, with sections of the road earmarked for three and four lanes.
He added that feedback from the public will inform the final design, including the location of toll stations.
“The Nairobi–Nakuru highway has become one of the most congested and dangerous in the country. Many lives have been lost here, and traffic jams are the norm. This expressway will address these challenges once completed,” Ng’ang’a said.
However, former Lakeview MCA Simon Wanyoike opposed the tolling plan, arguing that motorists are already paying a fuel levy meant for road construction and maintenance.
“Introducing toll charges is simply double taxation. We shall resist it,” he warned. He also urged contractors to include a pedestrian footbridge for Milimani Primary School pupils as part of their corporate social responsibility.
Edward Mariku, representing the Naivasha business community, welcomed the project but called for service lanes and underpasses to ease access for estates located along the proposed expressway.
“This project is a potential game-changer, but residents must directly benefit through jobs and business opportunities,” he said.
The concerns came to light during a public participation forum on the 233-kilometre project, which is expected to break ground in the coming months.
Former Government Delivery Service (GDS) head Peter Mbae pressed for transparency, questioning the total cost of the project and why a previous agreement with a French consortium had been terminated.
“Taxpayers deserve to know how much this project will cost and how the debt will be managed,” he stated.
Naivasha Deputy County Commissioner Josiah Odongo assured locals that they would be prioritized for employment and business opportunities once construction begins.
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- The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) confirmed that design work is underway following a feasibility study that identified the urgent need to expand the busy Nairobi–Nakuru highway.
The concerns came to light during a public participation forum on the 233-kilometre project, which is expected to break ground in the coming months.
Residents of Naivasha have raised strong objections to plans requiring all motorists to pay toll charges along the proposed Rironi–Mau Summit expressway, terming the move a form of double taxation.
The concerns came to light during a public participation forum on the 233-kilometre project, which is expected to break ground in the coming months.
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) confirmed that design work is underway following a feasibility study that identified the urgent need to expand the busy Nairobi–Nakuru highway.
Senior KeNHA engineer Antony Ng’ang’a told residents that two Chinese companies have already been identified to undertake the project, with sections of the road earmarked for three and four lanes.
He added that feedback from the public will inform the final design, including the location of toll stations.
“The Nairobi–Nakuru highway has become one of the most congested and dangerous in the country. Many lives have been lost here, and traffic jams are the norm. This expressway will address these challenges once completed,” Ng’ang’a said.
However, former Lakeview MCA Simon Wanyoike opposed the tolling plan, arguing that motorists are already paying a fuel levy meant for road construction and maintenance.
“Introducing toll charges is simply double taxation. We shall resist it,” he warned. He also urged contractors to include a pedestrian footbridge for Milimani Primary School pupils as part of their corporate social responsibility.
Edward Mariku, representing the Naivasha business community, welcomed the project but called for service lanes and underpasses to ease access for estates located along the proposed expressway.
“This project is a potential game-changer, but residents must directly benefit through jobs and business opportunities,” he said.
The concerns came to light during a public participation forum on the 233-kilometre project, which is expected to break ground in the coming months.
Former Government Delivery Service (GDS) head Peter Mbae pressed for transparency, questioning the total cost of the project and why a previous agreement with a French consortium had been terminated.
“Taxpayers deserve to know how much this project will cost and how the debt will be managed,” he stated.
Naivasha Deputy County Commissioner Josiah Odongo assured locals that they would be prioritized for employment and business opportunities once construction begins.
©Citizen Digital, Kenya
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