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Originally published by Capital Newstop
April 21, 2026
13h ago
Govt Targets Fewer Than Five Roadblocks, Faster Security Response in Northern Corridor Reforms
PS Karugu said the measures form part of an urgent “call to action” to restore efficiency along the critical trade route. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
✨ Key Highlights
The Kenyan government has launched major reforms along the Northern Corridor to significantly improve trade efficiency and security.
- The plan aims to reduce police roadblocks from 22-27 to fewer than five, cut security response times to under one hour, and halve cargo transit time to 36-48 hours.
- Key figures include Principal Secretary Caroline Karugu, announcing the initiatives on behalf of the State Department for East African Community Affairs.
- These reforms are crucial for Kenya to reclaim its position as the region's premier logistics hub, combatting cargo diversion to routes like Tanzania’s Dar es Salaam corridor.
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