Billions lost as cargo theft hits Kenya Ports Authority

A Cargo vessels docked at berth number nine as containers remain congested at the port of Mombasa on Saturday,04th July,2015 following a two days strike by Port Workers. The port workers who sneaked back to work after their Seniors were sacked were striking over NHIF among other grievances as Management advertised for their jobs that attracted thousands of Kenyans. PHOTO BY MAARUFU MOHAMED/STANDARD

 

The Port of Mombasa risks losing its competitive edge following a wave of cargo theft that has hit the supply chain along the Mombasa-Malaba highway, importers and transporters have warned.