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Why State's effort to decongest Mombasa Port is dead in the water

By The Standard January 08, 2026

Source: The Standard

Why State's effort to decongest Mombasa Port is dead in the water

A section of the container terminal at Mombasa Port, on August 14, 2024.[File, Standard]

In November last year, port stakeholders, led by the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), announced a raft of measures aimed at addressing congestion at the Mombasa Port following an increase in cargo during the last quarter of the year.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessSupport Bold JournalismUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log in

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