Security of tenure, reforms at KPA come under focus

This will require physical restructuring of the berths, including strengthening of the quay to sustain the weight of the cranes.

The terminal will then be leased to a private operator while the ports manager remains the landlord, according to the privatisation plan.

Dredging the Mombasa port channel to accommodate huge vessels started early this year when tenders for the job were invited.

A wider channel will position the facility for transshipment which faces a threat from other emerging African competitors.