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Originally published by The Standard BusinessJune 4, 2026
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Worry for transporters as Sh320m Maungu lorry park woes deepen
The multi-million-shilling Maungu lorry park in Taita Taveta, which was supposed to reduce congestion in the town and increase the county’s revenue collection, is underutilised. ..
✨ Key Highlights
The Sh320 million Maungu lorry park in Taita Taveta County is significantly underutilised, failing to meet its intended purpose of reducing congestion and boosting county revenue.
- The facility, built by the Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTT), has a capacity for 182 trucks but is largely idle due to numerous infrastructural issues.
- Key problems include a broken water system, lack of electricity, poor drainage, insufficient washrooms, and no designated parking for dangerous goods vehicles, despite being managed by private operators.
- Local leaders, including Taita Taveta County Assembly Trade Committee Vice-Chairperson Stephen Nzai, are highlighting these challenges, noting the park's potential to generate substantial revenue if revived.
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