This project aligns with Kenya's sustainable urban development initiatives,” says Mr Musalia Mudavadi, cabinet secretary for foreign and diaspora affairs, “aiming to enhance transport services and mobility in the Nairobi metropolitan area.”

At the end of last year, work started on a $US 7.76m new 12.5km metre-gauge line in west Nairobi, connecting Riruta with Ngong. When complete, the Nairobi commuter network will total 165km.