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The recent visit by beneficiaries of the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations Program to the Port of Mombasa was far more than an educational tour. It was a powerful affirmation…
This International Women’s Day, as the world celebrates the resilience, contributions, and untapped potential of women, the maritime industry remains a stark reminder of how far we still have to…
In a notable vote of confidence in Nigeria’s economic trajectory under President Bola Tinubu, APM Terminals—the port operating arm of A.P. Moller-Maersk—has pledged a fresh $600 million investment to modernize…
At first glance, the recent meeting between Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) CEO Captain William Ruto and representatives of Sea Sands Shipping LLC and Global Feeder Shipping might seem like routine…
The arrival of the MV Baltimore Express at the Port of Lamu is more than a maritime milestone—it is a strategic declaration. Kenya’s long-debated northern corridor is no longer a…
The transportation and storage sector, which comprise a critical backbone of Kenya’s economy, delivered a mixed performance in 2025, according to the newly released 2026 Economic Survey. The Survey released…
The tragic maritime incident involving the MV Jozani II off the coast of Tanga is yet another sobering reminder that the waters of East Africa, though rich with economic promise,…
The arrival of the Turkish deep-sea drillship Çağrı Bey off Somalia’s coast marks the operational launch of Ankara’s most consequential offshore energy venture in the Western Indian Ocean. Backed by…
Kenya stands at a pivotal moment in its energy journey. Having earned global recognition for its leadership in renewable energy—with over 90 percent of its electricity now generated from clean…
For decades, a “good port” was simply a fast port. Performance was measured by how quickly cranes moved boxes and how many vessels cleared the berth. But as UNCTAD’s annual…