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MV Uhuru II to sail in July as State eyes slice of blue economy sector

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MV Uhuru II at the Kisumu port during its unveiling by then-president Uhuru Kenyatta. [Michael Mute, Standard)

Efforts by the government to stamp its authority in maritime transport and logistics in Lake Victoria received a boost following plans to launch the 1,800 tonne MV Uhuru II.

Construction of the Sh2.4 billion ship at the Kisumu Shipyard is at an advanced stage, and the vessel is expected to be launched in July.

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