By Philip Mwakio
Stakeholders at the Port of Mombasa have welcomed the new constitution, saying it will help the economy grow steadily.
Local and foreign-based operators told Move It that they were looking forward to a rebounding future with increased business opportunities.
The peaceful voting exercise was an indication that Kenyans have come of age and put the country on the world map again after the 2008 post-election fiasco that nearly brought Kenya down to its knees.
Mr Gabriel Mghendi, Managing partner of Chivalo Investments, a Mombasa based clearing and forwarding company said they expect the new constitution to herald in a new era where business transactions through the port will increase.
"Bottlenecks that have existed before and the evident runaway corruption will be curtailed if the new laws are enacted,’’ Mghendi said.
TransAfrica Merchants Limited Chief Executive Officer Wafula Wanasi praised the passing of the new constitution, adding that they expect all transactions to be above board.
port operations
"This new document will eradicate the culture of over dependence on god–fathers who have been known to wield so much powers and interfere with the way port operations are transacted," said Wanasi.
Meanwhile, port operators have commended the management of Interpel Container Freight Station (CFS) for being steadfast in discharging its duties to port users.
Mghendi said port users were keen on working with Interpel since they have exhibited a sense of maturity and professionalism in the way they handle clients.
Elsewhere, Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has updated its Master plan to provide a long-term development programme aimed at aligning its business plan with Vision 2030.
