What question did this study set out to answer?

The study aims to assess the economic feasibility of mass rapid transit corridors in Nairobi's transport system.

February 28, 2026

A Case Study on Economic Feasibility of Mass Rapid Transit Systems in the Nairobi Metropolitan Region

Key Points

The study aims to assess the economic feasibility of mass rapid transit corridors in Nairobi's transport system.
Utilized cost-benefit analysis framework to evaluate economic viability.
Conducted internal rate of return assessment.
Performed sensitivity analysis to test various economic scenarios.
The proposed mass rapid transit corridors are deemed economically viable.
The evaluation framework can guide future transport system projects.

Abstract

Nairobi’s transport system puts constant strain on the larger Nairobi Metropolitan Region (NMR), leading to more traffic, longer travel times, and an increase in traffic accidents. Kenya Vision 2030 calls for the construction of nine mass rapid transit system (MRTS) corridors in the NMR to provide sustainable transport. The internal rate of return and sensitivity study are used to assess the economic viability of these corridors using the cost‐benefit analysis (CBA) framework. The suggested MRTS corridors in the NMR are economically viable during the assessment stage. This paper offers a framework for evaluating the viability of mass rapid transit systems.

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