Fresh SGR cargo tariff cut raises viability concerns

KRC managing director Atanas Maina. FILE PHOTO | NMG

The Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) has expanded its subsidised freight tariff to cover bulk cargo, raising more questions as to whether the fast trains can operate without taxpayer largesse.

Under the “promotional tariff” which takes effect immediately, owners of bulk cargo will pay a flat fee of Sh3.5 per tonne for every kilometre covered, from Mombasa to Nairobi freight terminus.

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