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(26 articles)Kenya Cargo Roll-Out Threatens Trade Disruption Risk
Kenya is implementing new cargo handling and regulatory procedures that carry significant risk of trade disruption across East African supply chains. The roll-out affects port operations, customs clea
Rwanda Fuel Imports Surge Through Mombasa Port
Rwanda is positioned to substantially increase its fuel import volumes through the Port of Mombasa, a strategic shift that reflects growing energy demand and optimization of regional logistics network
Billionaires Invest $11.6M in Mombasa Cargo Facility
Kenyan billionaires Hatayan and Yerrow have announced an $11.6 million investment in a new cargo facility at Mombasa port, signaling intensified competition in East Africa's critical logistics hub. Th
Kenya, Uganda Railways Partner for Seamless Northern Corridor Freight
Kenya and Uganda's national railway operators have formalized a commitment to enhance operational coordination along the Northern Corridor, a critical East African trade route. This bilateral agreemen
Kenya Tea Exporters Turn to 8x Costlier Air Freight as Mombasa Chokes
Kenya's tea export sector faces a critical logistics crisis as congestion at the Port of Mombasa forces exporters to seek alternative transportation at dramatically inflated costs. Tea producers, unab
Jumia Opens Major Warehouse Facility in Nairobi to Expand East Africa Logistics
Jumia, Africa's leading e-commerce platform, has opened a new warehouse and logistics network facility in Nairobi, marking a strategic expansion of its physical infrastructure in Kenya. This facility
KPA Suspends Empty Container Loading to Relieve Mombasa Congestion
The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has implemented a suspension on direct loading of empty containers at Mombasa Port, a significant operational intervention aimed at alleviating chronic port congestion.
Mombasa Port Clears Long-Stay Cargo to Ease Congestion
Mombasa Port is implementing a cargo clearance initiative to address congestion caused by long-stay goods accumulating at the terminal. This intervention targets a structural operational challenge tha
Kenya Revives Forced Cargo Transfers at Mombasa Port
Kenya has reinstated a forced cargo transfer policy at the Port of Mombasa, requiring goods to be transshipped through designated local handlers rather than proceeding directly to inland destinations.
CMA CGM Invests $820M in Mombasa Port Expansion
CMA CGM, the world's third-largest container shipping line, has committed $820 million to substantially upgrade and modernize the Port of Mombasa in Kenya. This landmark infrastructure investment sign
Mombasa Port Cargo Beats Forecasts Despite Ongoing Congestion
Mombasa Port has demonstrated resilience by surpassing cargo volume forecasts, signaling sustained regional demand and operational capability despite ongoing congestion challenges. This mixed signal r
CMA CGM invests in Kenya transport logistics sector
CMA CGM, one of the world's leading container shipping companies, has announced plans to invest in Kenya's transport and logistics sector. This represents a strategic expansion by the French multinati
Mombasa Port Congestion Worsens as KPA and KRA Convene Stakeholders
The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) have convened a meeting with key players in the Mombasa port ecosystem to address escalating congestion issues that continue to plague
Heavy Rains Spike Tomato Prices in Kisumu Supply Chain
Heavy rainfall in Kenya's Kisumu region has created significant disruptions to local tomato supply chains, resulting in sharp price escalations at retail points. The weather event has compromised tran
NYK Line Expands Shipping Network to Fast-Growing East Africa
NYK Line, one of Japan's largest shipping conglomerates, is positioning itself for long-term growth by establishing a dedicated shipping network across East Africa. This move signals confidence in the
Mombasa Port Tackles Congestion By Clearing Long-Stay Cargo
Mombasa Port, a critical gateway for East African trade, is implementing a cargo clearance initiative focused on moving long-stay freight to alleviate persistent congestion challenges. This proactive
Mombasa Port Cargo Beats Forecasts Despite Ongoing Congestion
Mombasa Port has demonstrated stronger-than-anticipated cargo volumes despite lingering operational congestion, signaling resilience in East African logistics infrastructure but highlighting unresolve
CMA CGM Eyes East Africa Expansion Under Saadé Leadership
Rodolphe Saadé, CEO of global shipping titan CMA CGM, is positioning the company for significant expansion into East Africa, signaling strategic confidence in the region's trade growth potential. This
Maersk Suspends Berbera Bookings, Tightening Critical Horn Trade Route
Maersk's suspension of new bookings at Berbera port represents a significant operational constraint on one of the Horn of Africa's key trade corridors. This action signals either capacity challenges,
Mombasa Port Gets Major Reform Package to Cut Congestion
Kenya's Revenue Authority (KRA) and Ports Authority (KPA) have jointly unveiled a comprehensive reform initiative targeting chronic congestion challenges at the Port of Mombasa, East Africa's busiest
Mombasa Port Clears Long-Stay Cargo to Reduce Congestion
Mombasa Port, East Africa's largest container terminal and a critical node in regional supply chains, is undertaking a targeted initiative to relocate long-stay cargo and alleviate operational congest
Mombasa Port Reforms Ease Congestion, Boost Trade Efficiency
The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and the broader shipper community have reached agreement on a series of operational reforms designed to alleviate persistent congestion challenges at Mombasa Port, the
MV Uhuru Moves 1,500 Tonnes Weekly Across Lake Victoria
MV Uhuru's weekly capacity of 1,500 tonnes represents a meaningful contribution to inland waterway freight movement across Lake Victoria, one of Africa's critical regional trade corridors. This operat
Mombasa Port Cargo Beats Forecasts Despite Congestion Issues
Mombasa Port is demonstrating resilience in cargo handling, outperforming volume forecasts despite persistent operational congestion. This paradox—strong throughput coupled with lingering delays—refle
Mombasa Port Backlog: 20+ Ships Queue as Delays Escalate
Mombasa Port, a critical gateway for East African trade, is experiencing significant operational strain as over 20 vessels queue for berth availability. This congestion represents a bottleneck that ex
Red Sea Route Shifts in 2026: Impact on Kenyan Importers
DHL's analysis highlights structural shifts in Red Sea maritime routing expected in 2026, with significant implications for East African import flows. Kenyan importers—a critical gateway for regional