The Mombasa port is experiencing significant congestion and ship delays, leading to surcharges and substantial losses for shipping agents. This backlog is attributed to a recent influx of ships diverted from Tanzania following post-election violence, combined with the usual annual surge in cargo during the last three months.

• Huge losses in ship charter fees reported due to waiting times.
• Kenya Ships Agents Association (KSAA) CEO Elijah Mbaru highlighted the financial impact.
• Congestion exacerbated by ships rerouted from Tanzania and routine end-of-year cargo increase.