Construction work on the Sh6 billion Eldoret Southern bypass in Uasin Gishu County will begin this month, governor Jackson Mandago has announced.
According to Mr Mandago contractors have been mobilized to start construction work. The road project that is being supported by the African Development Bank is aimed at easing congestion in Eldoret town.
“We are very excited that construction of this road will finally kick off. It has been in the cards for long. Soon, congestion in Eldoret Town will be a thing of the past,” said Mr Mandago.
He added that Walkways for pedestrians have been set aside along all key highways and motorists and riders should not be found using these walkways.
The Eldoret Southern bypass will run from the Eldoret-Nairobi Road through Eldoret International Airport.
Read:Kenya signs contract for Ksh62b Lamu-Isiolo road construction
The bypass project is expected to open up the North Rift region for more business opportunities and solidify Eldoret Town as the capital investment hub in the region.
Mr Mandago also cautioned the small scale traders who have set up temporary structures on the road reserves saying that they will be evicted.
“Proper notice was given to them and we hope that they comply or they will be forcefully evicted,” he said.
The road project was launched by President Kenyatta last year.