Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) is assessing the Sabaki Bridge in Magarini sub-county, Kilifi County, after soil erosion near the bridge sparked concerns. KeNHA is investigating whether the erosion has compromised the crucial bridge that links Mombasa County to Tana River, Lamu, Garissa, Wajir, and Mandera counties.
According to residents, the River Sabaki changed its course seven days ago and has since caused erosion beside the bridge, endangering the safety of many.
Videos and images seen by Kenyans.co.ke, show parts of the banks near the bridge with faultlines, and others seem to be barely hanging on. Section of the Sabaki Bridge in Magarini Sub-County, Kilifi County, showing erosion after flooding, June 4, 2025.
Photo Flicks "We are worried that this bridge might crumble if the flooding continues," one resident said. "It started the other day with small cracks.
