Planning to move around Nairobi this weekend? You might want to rethink your routes. Several major roads in the city will be completely closed starting Saturday night to pave way for the Nairobi City Marathon, scheduled for Sunday, July 6, 2025.
Highlights:
- Nairobi Expressway to be shut in both directions from James Gichuru to JKIA
- Uhuru Highway, Kenyatta Avenue, and Waiyaki Way among affected roads
- Closures begin Saturday night and run into Sunday afternoon
- Southern Bypass and key roundabouts also impacted
Main Story:
Motorists and city dwellers are being urged to plan ahead as Nairobi gears up for the much-anticipated Nairobi City Marathon. To ensure a safe and smooth event, multiple key roads will be closed from the night of Saturday, July 5, through to Sunday afternoon, July 6.
Full List of Affected Roads and Timings
1. Nairobi Expressway (James Gichuru to JKIA):
Closed in both directions from 10:00 PM Saturday to 3:00 PM Sunday.
2. Uhuru Highway:
Closed in two sections — between Southern Bypass and Lang’ata Roundabout, and between Bunyala Roundabout and Kenyatta Avenue — from 12:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Sunday.
3. Kenyatta Avenue:
Shut down from 12:00 AM to 4:00 PM, especially between Pan Africa Hotel and Uhuru Highway.
4. Waiyaki Way (inner lanes):
Closed from 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM between Musa Gitau Road and the entrance to the Expressway.
5. Mombasa Road and Southern Bypass-Likoni Road Crossing:
Will be inaccessible from 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM, including all roundabouts, exits, and entries into the city.
City authorities have urged Nairobians to use alternative routes or delay travel plans if possible. Organizers are working with police and traffic marshals to manage diversions and ensure minimal disruption to non-participants.
With the city turning into a runner’s paradise this Sunday, will you be cheering from the sidelines or stuck in traffic? Choose your lane wisely.
