The Kenya National Highways Authority has secured World Bank grant funding for a major highway project. The project will cover a 536-kilometre road network across seven Rift Valley counties.
KeNHA announced the project while inviting companies to express interest in consultancy services. The authority said the project falls under the Roads for Rural Economic Development Project.
The multi-million-shilling project aims to improve transport and boost economic activities in rural areas. The roads will connect several towns and trading centers across the region.
Two Major Highway Corridors Planned
The first highway corridor will stretch approximately 260 kilometres across several regions. The route will pass through Kericho, Ainamoi, Fort Ternan, and Kengut Border.
The corridor will also connect Mbogo Valley, Kamelilo, Sirwa, Kipkabus, and Nyaru. KeNHA expects the road to improve movement of goods and services.
The second corridor will cover about 276 kilometres within the wider project area. The route will pass through areas including Neissut, Embomos, and Mariwa.
The highway network will cut across Nakuru, Kericho, Bomet, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, and Narok counties. Communities along the roads are expected to benefit economically.
KeNHA Begins Preliminary Implementation Process
The government has already launched early stages of project implementation. KeNHA is currently seeking consultants to conduct socio-economic infrastructure assessments.
The study will focus on communities living within a 10-kilometre radius of the corridors. Officials want to identify priority infrastructure and development needs.
The consultancy work will include socio-economic planning and investment studies. The authority said the assessment will help shape future community development projects.
KeNHA also wants experts to evaluate infrastructure gaps within the targeted regions. The project seeks to strengthen rural economies through improved transport systems.
Consultancy Requirements and Deadline
Interested firms must demonstrate at least 10 years of relevant consultancy experience. KeNHA wants firms with experience in infrastructure-led development projects.
Applicants must also show experience handling similar assignments in Sub-Saharan Africa. The authority highlighted corridor development studies and rural investment planning as key requirements.
KeNHA said the consultant will be selected through the Quality and Cost Based Selection method. The process will follow World Bank procurement regulations.
Interested firms must submit applications by June 9, 2026, at 11am. Applications will be received at Barabara Plaza in Nairobi.
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