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Africa weighs on costs, gains in shipping reforms bid
African nations are weighing the costs and benefits of adopting the IMO’s Net Zero Framework, amid concerns that shipping decarbonisation rules could either raise trade costs or hurt competitiveness.
By Patrick Beja
2026-02-12 10:59:27
By Benard Sanga
2026-02-12 00:00:00
African maritime leaders have been urged to strengthen coordination and technical preparedness as global negotiations on decarbonising shipping gather pace under the IMO.
By Patrick Beja
2026-02-10 14:04:17
Global leaders focus on strengthening trade corridors, improving supply chain efficiency, accelerating digital transformation, and building resilient, future-ready logistics ecosystems.
By Selina Mutua
2026-02-08 16:38:25
Kenya Ports Authority says cargo volumes through the Mombasa port hit a high record 45.45 million metric tonnes in 2025, up from 40.99 million tonnes processed at the facility in 2024.
By Benard Sanga And Patrick Beja
2026-02-05 00:00:00
They argue that responsibility for issuing SIDs should rest with the industry regulator, the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA).
By Philip Mwakio
2026-01-22 06:30:00
Northern and central corridor agencies have inked a landmark deal to improve transport efficiency and trade facilitation in the East and Central Africa region.
By Patrick Beja
2026-01-21 11:23:36
Kenyan marine cadets have to go for six months training on board vessels to qualify as ship officers recognised by the Kenya Maritime Authority
By Patrick Beja
2026-01-21 00:00:00
For decades, the maritime sector has operated under a narrow definition of safety that privileged physical hazards while remaining largely silent on social harm.
By Philip Mwakio
2026-01-15 00:00:00
Kenya ratified the MLC in 2013, but setting up a functional council has since proved a challenge.
By Patrick Beja
2026-01-15 00:00:00
The Shippers Council of East Africa has called for exceptional measures to clear congestion at the port following a surge in cargo coupled with the holiday season.
By Patrick Beja
2026-01-08 08:00:00
The Mombasa Port received its first Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)-powered ship during the festive season, highlighting its capacity to handle next-generation, eco-friendly vessels
By Patrick Beja
2026-01-08 00:00:00
Petitioners sought to compel KPA to undertake meaningful stakeholder consultation, impact assessment, and cost-benefit analysis before introducing or revising tariffs.
By Joackim Bwana
2026-01-07 12:11:45
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