Farmers hit as pirates hijack ship carrying fertiliser to Mombasa
Vessel hijacked by suspected pirates was carrying fertiliser destined for Mombasa...
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Farmers in Kenya face further delays in receiving crucial subsidised fertiliser after a cargo vessel carrying approximately 4,500 tonnes destined for Mombasa was hijacked by suspected pirates off the coast of Somalia.
- The hijacked vessel, MV Sward, was expected at the Mombasa port on April 25, 2026.
- Key entities involved include the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), Kenya Coast Guard Service (KCGS), and the Kenya Ships Agents Association (KSAA).
- This incident exacerbates existing shipping disruptions, potentially leading to increased freight costs due to rerouting and the need for piracy insurance.
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