Kenya: The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has collaborated with the leadership of Turkana and Marsabit county Governments to initiate plans for the establishment of the proposed two key infrastructure development of Moyale Dry Port and the introduction of ferry services on Lake Turkana. It will enhance the connectivity and open the Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) corridor for trade and business.
Reportedly, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of KPA – Capt. William Ruto, together with Marsabit Governor – Mahmod Mohamed, assessed the proposed sites for the construction of the dry port and a modern jetty for both cargo and passenger services.
While speaking at the proposed site in Loiyangalani, Marsabit County, Capt. Ruto stated that the planned establishment of the Dry Port and the ferry services to operate on Lake Turkana is largely a part of the country’s vision to spur economic growth. It will also build trade links by connecting Kenya and Ethiopia and Southern Sudan altogether with each other, under the LAPPSET Corridor project.
CEO Ruto noted that what they are planning is part of the nation’s great vision to develop the urban centres along with the LAPPSET. It will also improve largely broader initiatives to accelerate economic integration across the region.
Considering such great step, the Marsabit County Governor – Mohamud Mohamed, praised the government and the President William Samoei Ruto for his foresight in prioritising development in the north-eastern region. The Governor also lauded the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) for fast-tracking the proposed project. He also noted that it will boost the economic development for both Marsabit and Turkana counties, once the operationalisation of the ferry services commences on Lake Turkana.
During the tour of the region, CEO William Ruto of KPA was accompanied by the General Manager of Infrastructure Development – Eng. Mathews Amuti; Manager of Corporate Planning and Strategy – Mohamed Golicha; and Manager of Ferry Operations – Paul Koech.