The Mau Summit-Malaba extension will run concurrently with the ongoing Rironi-Mau Summit highway works. The first route will connect Mau Summit to Eldoret, continuing through Kakamega to Malaba. A second corridor will branch from Mau Summit through Kericho to Kisumu.

Key facts:

• The project covers 243 kilometers of road upgrades.
• Motorists will pay toll fees on the new four-lane corridor.
• The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) is implementing the project.

Ruto stated, “I would like to announce that before the end of the year, we will begin the construction from Mau Summit to Eldoret, to Kakamega, and then to Malaba.” This initiative is part of a broader strategy to boost infrastructure in the region.

The highway upgrade complements existing routes, specifically enhancing connectivity with the Nairobi-Rironi-Mau Summit corridor. The government expects this infrastructure development will stimulate economic growth and job creation across various sectors.

However, it is unclear whether the Kisumu-Busia Highway section will be included in this extension or in future Lake Victoria Ringroad plans. Observers are keenly watching how these developments will unfold as construction timelines are finalized.

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The highway spans 243 kilometers. It currently serves over 3,000 trucks daily, which transport more than 35 million tonnes of cargo each year. The upgrade will convert it into an access-controlled tolled road under a Public-Private Partnership model. The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) is responsible for implementing this project.

Funding for the upgrade comes from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). The project is currently in the feasibility study phase, which began in November 2025. Competitive bidding will follow once these studies are complete.

The upgrade is crucial for reducing congestion on roads leading to the port of Mombasa. Improved infrastructure will facilitate smoother cargo movement to neighboring countries. This change is expected to significantly benefit regional trade and economic activity.

Yet, the final cost of the project remains undetermined. Estimates suggest that it could reach Ksh130 billion. The government has not announced toll charges yet, but users will likely contribute to cost recovery once the road becomes operational.

Meanwhile, another related project—the Nairobi-Rironi-Mau Summit highway—is under construction. This 175-kilometer stretch is expected to be completed by June 2027. Both projects are part of broader government efforts to enhance the northern corridor route.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding specific timelines for the Mau Summit-Malaba Toll Road’s completion. Stakeholders are closely monitoring developments as they unfold.

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