Kenya is moving ahead with plans to improve its transport infrastructure network, with a number of key projects expected to boost connectivity and regional trade. In mid-July the government launched tenders for the construction of a KSh33bn ($319.6m) highway through central Kenya. The 84-km dual carriageway, the country’s second-most-expensive road project after the Thika Superhighway, will connect…
Transport and logistics are at the core of Kenya’s economic narrative due to the country’s role as a trans-shipment hub for goods moving to landlocked countries in East and Central Africa. The Port of Mombasa (PoM) is located on international container routes, serving as a well-integrated landing port for regional shipping networks, while land connectivity has also become a major focus, with a…
The aviation sector is experiencing rapid growth worldwide, propelled by booming tourism industries, lower air fares and the push for greater connectivity in an increasingly globalised economy. Middle-class expansion has also spurred growth in air travel, as more people are able to afford flights for holidays or business-related travel. According to Boeing, commercial airlines experienced annual average…
Interview:Silvester Kasuku How do you expect the LAPSSET corridor to affect investment and economic activity in Kenya? SILVESTER KASUKU: The LAPSSET corridor is a large-scale infrastructure programme envisaging the development of Lamu Port, in addition to the construction of major new infrastructure supported by special economic zones and industrial centres. The first three port terminals are…
Transport and logistics are at the core of Kenya’s economic narrative due to the country’s role as a trans-shipment hub for goods moving to landlocked countries in East and Central Africa. The Port of Mombasa is located on international container routes, serving as a well-integrated landing port for regional shipping networks, while land connectivity has also become a major focus, with a number…
As the largest economy in the EAC and COMESA in terms of GDP, Kenya has positioned itself as a major economic power in sub-Saharan Africa. Traditionally a largely agrarian economy, Kenya has quickly entrenched its position as a manufacturing, logistics and technology hub in the region, and this diversification forms a solid platform from which the government can generate economic growth over the c
On implementing open skies agreements and lowering operating costs What advantages does Ethiopia possess as a regional aviation centre and how can it maintain competitiveness? TEWOLDE GEBREMARIAM: Ethiopia has significant advantages due to its strategic location and the efficiency of its airports. However, there is also strong competition among airlines in the region. Therefore, large investments…
Kenya is increasing investment in transport infrastructure, both through direct budgetary allocations and by partnering with the private sector, as part of efforts to improve connectivity and strengthen the country’s logistics network. Some KSh207.3bn ($2.1bn) was allocated to transport infrastructure in the KSh2.6trn ($25.8bn) 2018/19 Budget Statement, tabled to Parliament on June 15 by Henry…
Transport and logistics are at the core of Kenya’s economic narrative due to the country’s role as a trans-shipment hub for goods moving on to landlocked countries in East and Central Africa. The Port of Mombasa is a crucial landing point for goods, and links to the Northern Corridor that runs west across the country to the neighbouring markets of Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic…
Interview:Frank Matsaert What are the primary non-tariff barriers in Kenya? FRANK MATSAERT: The non-tariff barriers that affect Kenya the most are often imposed by Kenya itself. The first problem is weighbridges with the amount of delays, traffic congestion, overloading and transparency. The second problem is roadblocks, particularly on the trade corridor between Tanzania and Kenya. The third…