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March 8, 2026
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Dredging ushers in bigger role for Kisumu port amid trade surge

Dredging ushers in bigger role for Kisumu port amid trade surge

Facility gets Sh350m in mini budget for dredging the port to handle bigger vessels...

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The Kisumu port is set to play a larger role in regional trade following a Sh350 million allocation for dredging, enabling it to accommodate bigger vessels amid a surge in cargo traffic.

  • Cargo throughput at Kisumu port increased by nearly 50 per cent last year, handling 496,516 tonnes.
  • The Treasury and the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) are key stakeholders in this development.
  • The port has undergone significant upgrades since 2019, restoring operations after years of challenges and also benefiting from planned improvements to the Standard Gauge Railway.

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