Despite the six-month closure of a section of Links Road near the Quickmart area, the County Government of Mombasa and the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) have assured the public that businesses within the construction zone will remain accessible throughout the project period.
Starting August 1, 2025, the affected 230-metre stretch of Links Road will undergo major stormwater drainage works, part of a broader initiative to improve traffic flow, enhance road safety, and support non-motorized transport.
Speaking to the media on Thursday, Mombasa County Transport, Infrastructure, and Governance CEC Daniel Manyala said KURA has committed to installing three access ramps to facilitate entry to shops, offices, and other establishments during the closure.
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Meanwhile, to ease disruptions, motorists heading to City Mall and Nyali Centre are advised to divert via Mt. Kenya Road, while New Malindi Road is recommended as the main alternative for through traffic.
Other adjustments include:
– Vehicles exiting Kongowea Market should use Ratna Square via Kwa Karama Road or the new Kwa Karama–New Malindi Road.
– Entry into Kongowea Market remains open.
– Expect increased traffic on Fidel Odinga Road, Old Malindi Road, and adjoining areas.
Movement of heavy commercial vehicles along northern mainland roads, including Nyali Bridge, Links Road, and New Malindi Road, will continue to be restricted between 6:00 am and 9:30 am, and 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm.
The county has retained the current “Morning Express” and “Happy Hour” traffic windows to help ease commuter pressure.
“The roadworks are being implemented under the Mombasa County Roads Act, 2016, and align with national traffic regulations. Alongside the drainage works, the county is also building dedicated cycling lanes on Fidel Odinga and Links Roads, to promote safer and more inclusive urban mobility,” said CEC Manyala.
He urged all road users to follow posted signage, heed traffic marshals, and plan travel accordingly.
“These changes, though temporarily disruptive, are vital for building a future-ready transport network that supports residents, businesses, and the broader economy,” the Department of Transport, Infrastructure & Governance said in a statement.
The County inspectorate will be working with the national police to ensure traffic flows smoothly.
“We have enough traffic officers to ensure members of the public have easy movement of vehicles. The ‘happy hours’ will also help us moderate traffic flow,” said Coast Region Traffic Enforcement Officer George Kashmiri.