Heavy Traffic Along Thika Road After Lorry Collides With 14-Seater Near GSU Headquarters

A major traffic snarl-up was reported along Thika Road following an accident involving a lorry and a 14-seater PSV vehicle near the GSU area along the Ruaraka stretch, bringing traffic to a near standstill during the peak hours of January 12, 2026.

The Monday evening accident occurred on the downhill section near Alsops, blocking the middle of the highway and affecting both inbound and outbound traffic.

Motorists heading towards Kahawa West, Githurai 44 and 45, Kahawa Sukari, and Ruiru have been the most affected, with traffic stretching the Survey of Kenya area.

In a statement, the Motorists Association of Kenya confirmed the incident, warning that traffic had built up on both sides of the road and urging drivers to exercise caution while using the service lanes.

Motorists have since been advised to use alternative routes, including Kiambu Road, then connect through the Northern Bypass before rejoining Thika Road at Ruiru to avoid the congestion.

Public service vehicles operating along the corridor were also caught in the gridlock, worsening delays for commuters heading back home from work.

At the time of publication, it remains unclear whether there were casualties from the incident, and the lorry had not been cleared from the road, raising concerns about prolonged disruption if action is delayed.

The Motorists’ Association has called on the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) to urgently clear the scene to prevent the situation from escalating.

Thika Road is one of Nairobi’s busiest highways, and even minor disruptions often result in hours-long traffic jams.

Motorists are advised to plan their journeys in advance, monitor traffic updates, and consider alternative routes until the situation is resolved.

Authorities are yet to confirm the cause of the accident.

Traffic police and emergency response teams were dispatched to the scene to coordinate clearance and assist stranded commuters.