Improved Rift Valley-Laikipia connectivity, agricultural transport, tourism access
Gilgil-Nyahururu Road
Upgrade of the 75km road connecting Gilgil to Nyahururu, opening up Laikipia's southern frontier.
Financials
Timeline
Construction Begins
Road construction commenced
Road Completed
Road completed and opened to traffic
Contractors
H Young & Company (EA) Ltd
Main ContractorKenyan road construction firm
Politicians Involved
Uhuru Kenyatta
President of KenyaInitiated the road upgrade
Benefits
Description
The Gilgil-Nyahururu road was upgraded from a deteriorating single carriageway to a modern tarmac road, improving access between Nakuru County and Laikipia County. The road passes through scenic Rift Valley terrain and serves agricultural and ranching communities. It also provides an alternative route to Nyahururu and the northern tourism circuit.
Overview
Improved connectivity between the Rift Valley and Laikipia, supporting agriculture, ranching, and tourism in the region.