AFRICA

MOMBASA

21 years ago

The World Bank has loaned the Kenyan government US$120m to enhance security at the port of Mombasa, including bankrolling a US$69m modernisation programme.

The local stevedores were originally encouraged when investing in their operating licences, to also make investments in cargo handing equipment and other assets.

This will involve the installation of satellite container tracking devices which will improve container clearance procedures and help reduce theft.