The General Traffic Department has announced the closure of the slow and middle lanes on King Fahd Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Road opposite the Jabriya area in the direction of Kuwait City. The measure also includes the side exit leading to the Fourth Ring Road in the same direction and takes effect from Saturday, August 29, 2026. The partial closure will last until Sunday, September 13, according to the department’s notification. Motorists have been urged to exercise caution and follow all posted instructions in the vicinity during this period.
According to the General Traffic Department the announcement seeks to alert drivers to anticipated changes on one of the capital’s key routes. Road users should prepare for possible delays over the full two weeks while the lanes remain unavailable. The department issued the advisory one day before the work begins to give commuters adequate notice.
Recent statements from the General Traffic Department have connected periods of congestion across Kuwait to ongoing maintenance and development projects on the road network. Colonel Othman Mohammed Al-Ghareeb, Director of Public Relations at the Ministry of Interior, told Times Kuwait on August 17 that traffic flow remains generally stable except near active work sites. He added that these projects are designed to deliver long-term improvements to the country’s infrastructure.
The General Traffic Department’s announcement forms part of a series of routine updates the authority releases to inform the public about temporary adjustments. Similar notifications have been issued frequently throughout the year for locations on ring roads and major thoroughfares. The department’s website and official social media channels regularly carry such details to help drivers adjust their routes.
In addition to the Jabriya closure the General Traffic Department has managed multiple restrictions in recent weeks to support infrastructure upgrades. The authority continues to coordinate with other bodies to monitor conditions and implement necessary measures. Officials have consistently asked road users to consult official sources for real-time information on any changes.
The General Traffic Department urged drivers to cooperate fully with security personnel and observe all regulations while the closures are in place. This cooperation helps maintain clear paths for emergency vehicles and reduces the risk of secondary incidents. Prior guidance from the department has emphasised avoiding unnecessary stops or filming near work zones to keep traffic moving safely.
