The Auditor General, Nancy Gathungu, has raised significant concerns regarding substantial government funding to the Kenya National Shipping Line (KNSL) despite irregularities and a reduced government shareholding. Her report highlights questionable financial practices within KNSL and a lack of transparency in its operations and partnerships.

• KNSL received Sh118 million in grants from the National Treasury in the 2023-24 financial year, on top of Sh65 million in the previous year and Sh68 million in 2021-2022.
• The Auditor General questioned why grants were sent directly to the company, given that government shareholding is through Kenya Ports Authority (KPA).
• KPA's equity ownership in KNSL dropped from 75 percent to 53 percent in 2018, while Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) increased its stake to 33 percent.
• The report noted that MSC's selection as an equity holder in KNSL lacked provided evidence for audit review.