Kenya ports authority Managing Director (MD) Captain William Ruto has been praised for his efforts in improving services at the port of Mombasa.

In a report released on March this year (2024) KPA announced a  remarkable growth in cargo throughput in 2023, handling a total of 35.98 million metric tons, marking a significant 6.2 per cent increase compared to 2022, signalling a major surge in activities at the port.

Annual Review and Bulletin Statistics released by the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) shows the growth was primarily driven by an increase in containerized cargo handling, which soared by 2.33 million metric tonnes, equivalent to 14.8 per cent.

Containerized cargo accounted for 50.4 percent of all cargo handled at the Port.

Moreover, the number of vessels calling at the Port increased to 1,835 in 2023, compared to 1,561 in the previous year.

Despite global uncertainties and tight financial conditions affecting exchange rates, the Port of Mombasa thrived in challenging conditions, tapping into emerging markets through competitive services offered at the facility.

According to Mombasa youth leader Evans Momanyi, the growth is a clear indication of Captain Ruto's transformative agenda.

"Figures speak for themselves and you have all seen what the MD has so far managed to achieve at the port. We would like to congratulate him for that" said Momanyi.

Momanyi added" The MD is transforming the port to a world class one and we should all support him in his efforts."