Nakuru: Video shows scary moment sinkhole formed along Eldoret highway

Movement in Nakuru was briefly disrupted on Wednesday evening after a sinkhole formed at the Eveready roundabout.

Videos shared online showed a large depression opening up on the busy Nakuru-Eldoret highway, with part of the ground splitting and collapsing as bystanders watched.

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) confirmed the incident, announcing the closure of the Nakuru-bound carriageway to ensure motorists' safety.

"This evening, the Kenya National Highways Authority closed the Nakuru-bound carriageway of the Nakuru-Eldoret (A8) Road at Eveready Roundabout following the formation of a sinkhole on the road," the agency said in a statement.

"KeNHA is working round the clock to ensure normal traffic flow is restored. Motorists are advised to exercise caution as they approach the area and follow directions from traffic police and marshals to ensure the safety of all road users," it concluded.

The incident sparked debate online, with some users linking it to the Rift Valley's geological history.

"Someone once said Nakuru city will one day sink," quipped Brian Kipsome.

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This evening, the Kenya National Highways Authority closed the Nakuru bound carriageway of the Nakuru - Eldoret (A8) Road at Eveready Roundabout following the formation of a sinkhole on the road. KeNHA is working round the clock to ensure normal traffic flow is... pic.twitter.com/ebOjdHDXqF

- Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) (@KeNHAKenya) September 3, 2025

Others suggested that the land in Nakuru should be scanned with modern technology to prevent future accidents.

This is not the first time the town has made headlines over sinkholes and cracks.

Last year, residents of Nakuru West Subcounty panicked after huge fissures appeared on the ground.

Experts attributed the phenomena to ancient fault lines formed during the creation of the Rift Valley millions of years ago.