The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced the full blueprint for a landmark 180-kilometre highway set to dramatically reshape the transport and economic fabric of Western Kenya.
Estimated to cost Ksh70 billion, the mega project will stretch across five counties Busia, Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay, and Migori connecting remote regions and stimulating commerce, tourism, and agriculture in areas long hampered by poor infrastructure.
Described by KeNHA Nyanza Regional Director Julius MakOderoh as one of the most significant infrastructure undertakings in the region’s history, the highway promises to bring transformative change to communities that have remained largely underserved.
“This project isn’t just about tarmac. It’s about opening up entire economies and giving people access to markets, hospitals, schools, and investment,” said MakOderoh.
A Journey Through the Heart of the Lake Region
The road will begin in Bunyala, just outside Busia town, along the A12 corridor (Mau Summit–Kericho–Busia Road). From there, it will chart a westward path through Funyula Sub-county, offering a key spur to Sio Port on Lake Victoria.
Next, the highway will navigate the edge of the Yala Swamp, ushering in access to South Uyoma via Uyoma, Osieko Beach, and Luanda Kotieno. It will continue eastward through Asembo and Seme, ultimately merging back with the A12 near Kisumu International Airport.
From Ahero, the route will shift southwards toward Katito, proceeding to Kendu Bay. There, it will loop around the striking Homa Hills a 30-kilometre detour designed not only for transport efficiency but also for unlocking tourism potential before joining the B2 road at God Bondo, near Homa Bay town.
The journey will then extend through Luanda Centre, incorporating the existing Homa Bay–Mbita stretch, and continue for another 120 kilometres along the Gwassi Hills, finally culminating at Muhuru Bay on the shores of Lake Victoria.
A Road to Opportunity
Beyond just connecting towns and villages, the highway is poised to drive regional integration, ease trade logistics, and enhance access to ports and borders, including key beach towns and fishing communities.
With this new infrastructure, KeNHA aims to turn a once-disconnected stretch of Western Kenya into a thriving corridor of opportunity, linking agriculture, tourism, and commerce in a single, unified network.
Further details on timelines, funding, and public engagement are expected in upcoming announcements.
