The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced the reopening of a key section of the Marigat–Loruk (B17) Road, bringing relief to motorists and communities in the region.

In a public notice issued on March 13, 2026, and shared via their official X account on March 14, 2026, KeNHA confirmed that the road near the intersection with the Marigat–Kabernet (B16) Road is now open to traffic.

The reopening follows the completion of scheduled construction works on a box culvert, which had necessitated the temporary closure of the road section on Friday, August 22, 2025. The authority expressed pleasure in informing the public that the infrastructure upgrade is now complete, allowing seamless resumption of normal flow.

Marigat–Loruk Road

The Marigat–Loruk (B17) Road serves as a vital link in Kenya’s northern region, connecting communities, facilitating the transportation of goods, and supporting economic activities in Baringo and surrounding counties. The closure, initially for culvert construction, had disrupted travel and logistics for several months.

Director General Luka Kimeli emphasised that road user safety remains the utmost priority, urging motorists to exercise caution as they resume using the route and to adhere to traffic rules for continued safe journeys.

Managing challenges along the corridor

This reopening comes just days after KeNHA issued reminders and amendments regarding road conditions in the same corridor. On March 13, 2026, the authority posted updates on closures and diversions for certain stretches of the B17, particularly between Km 29+800 and Km 40+000, which remained impassable due to flooding from the fast-rising water levels of Lake Baringo. Motorists were directed to use alternative routes such as the diversion at Km 29+200 intersecting the Loruk–Chemalingot road.

The distinction highlights KeNHA’s efforts to manage multiple challenges along the B17 corridor: completing planned infrastructure improvements in one section while addressing environmental flooding in others.

The box culvert construction addressed drainage and structural needs, potentially mitigating future flood risks in the reopened area.

KeNHA continues to monitor conditions and encourages the public to report any issues through their toll-free line (0800-211-244), customer care (0700 423 423), or email ([email protected]). The authority reaffirmed its commitment to delivering quality highways to enhance connectivity and economic growth in the region.