“A Secure, Safe, Efficient and Sustainable Transport System for National Development”
The Ministry of Roads and Transport Achievement Report for Financial Year 2024–2025 documents a year of transformative investment in Kenya’s transport sector. The reporting period was characterized by major project completions, expanded service delivery across all transport modes, meaningful
improvements in road safety, and accelerated adoption of technology to improve efficiency, accountability and service quality. Guided by the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda and the Kenya Vision 2030 infrastructure pillar, the Ministry pursued an investment programme that has
produced tangible results for Kenyans from the coast to the northern frontier.
The road infrastructure programme delivered results that exceeded targets across all sub-sectors. Kenya National Highways Authority completed 14 major projects totalling 912.8 kilometres of national trunk roads, including the landmark completion of the Nairobi–Mau Summit dual carriageway (A104) — a 233-kilometre project that dramatically improves Kenya’s connectivity to Western Kenya, Uganda and the broader East African Community market. The Mombasa Southern Bypass, Kenol–Marua upgrade and the Isiolo–Mandera Road Phase II were also commissioned, collectively opening new economic corridors and improving access to previously underserved regions. Across the urban road network, 235 kilometres of city and town roads were improved in 15 counties, with particular attention to Non-Motorized Transport facilities, pedestrian footbridges and street lighting that improve safety and accessibility for the most vulnerable road users. In rural areas, 387 kilometres of rural access roads were rehabilitated and 124 bridges and drifts were constructed, strengthening the last-mile connectivity that agricultural communities depend upon. Urban mobility received transformative investment during 2024–2025. The launch of Bus Rapid Transit corridors in Nairobi (three lines), Mombasa and Kisumu marked Kenya’s most significant public transport reform in decades, offering structured, reliable and affordable mass transit to millions of daily commuters. The implementation of the Digital Matatu Cashless Payment System and the establishment of 23 modern bus terminals and stages are creating a more organized, accountable and passenger-friendly public transport ecosystem. Integration of GPS tracking and Intelligent Transport Systems in major cities is enabling real-time traffic management, reducing congestion and improving enforcement. The Standard Gauge Railway continued to grow in significance as a transport backbone. The Madaraka Express carried 5.3 million passengers and 6.8 million tonnes of freight — both record highs
— demonstrating growing confidence in rail as a reliable alternative to road transport for both passengers and cargo. The Nairobi–Nanyuki Meter Gauge Railway rehabilitation was completed, restoring this important line. Commencement of the Nairobi–Malaba SGR extension signals Kenya’s determination to develop a comprehensive railway network reaching western Kenya and Uganda. At Mombasa Port, Berths 19–22 were completed, the channel was dredged to -17 metres depth, and the three operational berths at Lamu Port are positioning the LAPSSET Corridor as a transformational trade route for East and Central Africa. JKIA handled 8.7 million passengers and 14 regional airports and airstrips were upgraded, strengthening Kenya’s aviation connectivity. Road safety improved measurably for the third consecutive year. The 12 per cent reduction in road traffic fatalities represents 525 lives saved compared to 2023–2024, achieved through a combination of infrastructure interventions, enforcement technology, public awareness campaigns and institutional coordination. The installation of 1,247 speed cameras and road safety detection devices, blackspot treatment on 89 high-risk road sections, and school safety programs reaching 3,400 schools are creating a systematic foundation for continued improvement. Despite these achievements, the Ministry is candid about the challenges that remain. The infrastructure investment backlog is substantial — a large proportion of Kenya’s road network remains in poor or fair condition, requiring sustained maintenance investment to preserve the gains of recent construction. Land acquisition delays continue to affect project timelines. Rapid urbanization is creating transport demand that outpaces infrastructure supply in major cities. Funding constraints require difficult prioritization decisions. Climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of extreme weather events that damage road infrastructure and disrupt services. These challenges are analyzed in detail in Parts II and IV, and are addressed through the strategic directions for 2025–2030 articulated in this Report.
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