Motorists and residents in Kilimani are finally seeing long-awaited improvements on Wood Avenue, following a viral video that highlighted the dilapidated roads condition.
Less than a week after the video surfaced online, repair works are now underway in what many see as a direct response to growing public pressure.
The update was shared by Immanuel Ndung’u, the same media personality who had earlier drawn attention to the road’s deteriorating state.
“An update from wood avenue. Less than a week after our video where we brought attention to the pretty embarrassing road here in kilimani,work is now beeing done. They’ve actually put tarmac over these potholes that were some of them, seven inches deep,” he states in the video.
For more than a year, Wood Avenue had become a major pain point for road users in Kilimani. Deep potholes, uneven surfaces, and poor drainage turned what should be a key access route into a daily hazard.
According to Ndung’u, some potholes were as deep as seven inches, posing serious risks to vehicles. Drivers frequently reported damage to tires, suspensions, and undercarriages while navigating the stretch.
The road’s condition was particularly frustrating given Kilimani’s status as one of Nairobi’s busiest residential and commercial hubs, with constant traffic from residents, businesses, and construction activity.
In his latest update, Ndung’u confirmed that contractors have begun addressing the worst sections of the road.
Fresh tarmac has already been laid over several pothole-ridden areas, offering immediate relief to motorists who had long struggled with the rough terrain.
But the work doesn’t stop there.
After speaking with an excavator operator on site, Ndung’u revealed that additional improvements are planned, including the installation of a shallow drainage system along one side of the road.
Even more significantly, the contractor indicated that the entire stretch of Wood Avenue could be fully retarmacked within the next few weeks.
Despite the progress, questions remain about the durability of the repairs.
Kilimani has seen a surge in construction projects over recent years, with multiple high-rise developments underway. Heavy machinery, including excavators and trucks, frequently uses Wood Avenue, placing additional strain on the already fragile road.
Ndung’u’s initial video brought widespread attention to the issue, sparking conversations among Nairobi residents and putting pressure on relevant authorities to respond.
