List of major highways Murkomen proposes to be tolled for revenue

Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is advocating for the implementation of additional toll stations along prominent highways as a means to generate funds for the nationwide construction and refurbishment of roads.

Murkomen made this proposal on Friday while unveiling the Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA) 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, highlighting specific roads such as Athi River-Namanga Road and Galleria-Rongai-Ngong-Karen Shopping Centre for consideration.

Other routes include Mombasa to Malaba roads, Corridor C and D roads (comprising Museum Hill-Moyale and Sirare-Lodwar, respectively), along with Kiambu Road, were highlighted in this endeavor. The CS emphasized the determination of the government to secure alternative funding sources for the enhancement of road networks nationwide.

The government’s commitment to enhancing the nation’s road infrastructure was underscored by the Cabinet Secretary (CS).

No Content Available

According to his estimation, the government is expected to allocate an average of KES 700 million for the installation of new toll stations along major roads.

Additionally, he highlighted the government’s intention to capitalize on Public Private Partnerships and Climate Funding resources to fulfill the KeNHA strategic plan over the next four years.

The Director General of Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA) Kung’u Ndung’u supported Murkomen’s proposal, affirming that the agency has identified a significant challenge related to the durability of major roads.

He emphasized the authority’s commitment to employing cutting-edge technology to address this issue and achieve its set objectives.

List of major highways Murkomen proposes to be tolled for revenue

RELATEDPOSTS

CAF and beIN hit with USD 300,000 fines for anti-competitive practices

Vehicle linked to blogger Sniper’s murder recovered

Faith Chandianya

Related Posts

Kick financial goals: Invest with CMMF this football season

Why Kenyan private equity firms should consider continuation funds as an exit strategy

Del Monte foods files for bankruptcy in USA

Private vs Public Pension Funds in Kenya

Investor shift to long term bonds drives oversubscription in CBK’s reopened auction

The real price of Israel – Iran Conflict for Kenya.

LATEST STORIES

Boosting Your Retirement Savings with Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs)

Kenya’s private sector downturn eases as PMI rises to 49.4 in August

The Importance of Including Pension Plans in Corporate Benefits Packages

The informal labor market and classical unemployment in the Kenyan context

Kenya’s Eurobond yields ease after S&P rating upgrade

Kenya’s strategic debt pivot: Smoothing, Strengthening, Sustaining

Bank on your paycheck: Invest smart with CMMF

Finding Balance: My Journey with Internet Self-Care