The Kenya Urban Roads Authority has issued an advisory to motorists using the Eastern Bypass today the 23rd of August. KURA notes that an alert has been brought to them that motorists are driving on the wrong side of the road as well as not following other traffic laws. This has led to a surge in the number of accidents on the busy road.
The authority has called upon motorists plying the route to desist from such behavior and to also take into consideration that the road is still under construction.
“We have provided U-turns and road signages to guide motorists as they drive along the entire road corridor. The majority of accidents that have happened along the bypass are due to motorists who are driving on the wrong side instead of using the provided U-turns.” read part of KURA statement.
KURA has now sent out an enforcement team to deal with anyone who violates the traffic rules. In finalizing the statement, “Once complete the road will have street lights, Road marking, and footbridges. We urge your cooperation as we endeavor to provide Enhanced Urban Mobility.” KURA.
