Nairobi is set for massive traffic disruptions this Friday as Harambee Stars face Gambia in a crucial World Cup qualifier at Kasarani Stadium. With kick-off scheduled for 4:00 pm, authorities have rolled out an elaborate traffic management plan, including diversions, roadblocks, and heavy police deployment along Thika Road.
Highlights:
- Kenya plays Gambia in a must-win World Cup qualifier at Kasarani.
- Match kicks off at 4:00 pm on Friday, September 5.
- Key diversions include Mwiki, Ruiru, Juja, Thika, and Githurai routes.
- Police to enforce roadblocks and manage traffic flow.
- Harambee Stars sit fourth in their group with slim qualification hopes.
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Diversions Announced for Motorists
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has advised Nairobi motorists to brace for traffic changes during Friday’s World Cup qualifier. Fans traveling to and around Kasarani will face restricted access on several routes.
Motorists heading to Mwiki via Thika Road should use the Ruaka–Baba Dogo–Lucky Summer–Nairobi River–Mwiki route. Those going to Ruiru, Juja, or Thika are directed to Kiambu Road through Exit 4 due to a roadblock at Muthaiga.
Drivers heading into the Nairobi CBD from Thika, Juja, or Ruiru will have to avoid Thika Road and instead use the Northern Bypass or Kiambu Road, with a roadblock set up at the Ruiru interchange.
From Githurai to Nairobi CBD, traffic will be redirected through the Githurai 44–Kiambu Road route.
Access to Kasarani Stadium
Fans driving to Kasarani without official access passes will be required to use service lanes at Exit 7 and Exit 8. Additional police officers will be deployed along Thika Road to direct traffic and maintain order.
“The National Police Service continues to work collaboratively with relevant agencies and urges all motorists to cooperate with officers on-site to ensure smooth traffic flow,” the statement noted.
Harambee Stars’ Qualification Chances
Kenya enters the match sitting fourth in their group with six points, trailing leaders Ivory Coast (16 points), Gabon (15 points), and Burundi (10 points). A win against Gambia is crucial if Harambee Stars are to keep their faint World Cup qualification hopes alive.
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