Contractor Begins Major Works on Emali-Matiliku Road Upgrade Following Recent Launch

Work on the eagerly awaited Emali to Matiliku road project has officially commenced following a high-profile launch by the state. In a strategic move to deliver quick wins for the local community, the contractor has prioritized the rehabilitation of the initial section of the project.

Heavy machinery has already been mobilized to the site where the team is currently laying a fresh layer of tarmac on the existing four-kilometre stretch of low-volume seal road. This specific section was originally constructed by the Kenya Rural Roads Authority and required immediate attention to bring it up to standard before the main construction phase could fully begin.

By securing this four-kilometre stretch first, the project team has paved the way for a seamless transition to the more intensive stage of the works that involves upgrading the remaining 20 kilometres of road. This substantial section will be transformed from a murram surface to full bitumen standards, significantly boosting the durability and capacity of the route.

Local road users are set to enjoy immediate relief on the newly tarmacked section while the contractor advances into the 20-kilometre construction zone. The upgrade is expected to open up the region for trade and improve access to essential services for residents

The Emali to Matiliku Road Project is approximately 20 kilometres long and forms a critical part of the wider Emali to Ukia (A5) Road. This route was formerly classified as the B107 and contributes vital connectivity to the larger 124-kilometre A5 Corridor.

This road is a key component of the East Africa Economic Corridor, an ambitious infrastructure network designed to link major economic hubs. The corridor encompasses the Kithimani to Kabaa to Mwala and Makutano (B106) route, as well as the Wamunyu to Nduluku and Itangini (B104) section and the Ukia to Emali (B107) connection.

The State Department for Roads continues to oversee these developments to ensure timely completion and adherence to quality standards.