County Imposes 3-Month Movement Restriction for Heavy Load Vehicles During Peak Hours

The County Government of Mombasa has announced a temporary three-month restriction on the movement of heavy commercial vehicles along key roads in a bid to ease congestion and improve traffic flow.

In a notice dated Thursday, April 2, Governor Abdulswamad Nassir’s administration said the decision was necessary to reduce traffic jams and enhance road safety during peak hours.

The directive, issued by County Head of Transport, Infrastructure and Governance Daniel Manyala, will take effect from April 3, 2026, and run until July 1, 2026.

It specifically targets heavy commercial vehicles exceeding ten tonnes, which will be barred from operating on designated roads during peak traffic periods.

According to the notice, peak hours have been set from 6:00 am to 9:30 am and 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm, during which affected vehicles will not be allowed on several major routes.

Among the affected roads are Nyali Bridge, Fidel Odinga Road, Links Road, New Malindi Road, Old Malindi Road, Zakhem Road, Dr Felix Road, Mt Kenya Road, and Ras Kisauni Road.

Manyala said the measure is aimed at streamlining traffic movement within the city by reducing delays for commuters and improving road safety.

Motorists, especially logistics companies, have been urged to adjust their schedules to avoid disruptions during the restricted hours.

The county government also confirmed that enforcement measures will be put in place to ensure full compliance throughout the restriction period.

This move is part of ongoing efforts by the Mombasa County Government to manage traffic challenges, especially in areas experiencing heavy congestion during rush hours.

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The latest development comes days after the county announced plans to roll out a digital surveillance system aimed at improving compliance with traffic and parking regulations.

Speaking on March 31, 2026, Governor Abdulswamad Nassir said the county had already installed smart CCTV cameras across several parts of Mombasa, with the first phase of the project nearing completion.

He added that the system, initially designed to track motorists who fail to pay parking fees, has now been expanded to detect a wider range of traffic violations.

“The county government invested and put up smart CCTVs across Mombasa using our own resources. As we speak right now, we have already installed, and we are in the process of finalising,” the governor said.