{"id":5813,"date":"2026-09-08T13:07:02","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T13:07:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/?p=5813"},"modified":"2026-09-08T13:07:02","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T13:07:02","slug":"mombasas-industrial-revolution-begins-governor-says-port-city-is-ready-to-manufacture-compete-and-create-jobs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/livenation254.com\/?p=5813","title":{"rendered":"Mombasa\u2019s Industrial Revolution Begins: Governor Says Port City Is Ready to Manufacture, Compete and Create Jobs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Mombasa\u2019s Industrial Revolution Begins: Governor Says Port City Is Ready to Manufacture, Compete and Create Jobs<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n
By Jeff Kizzilah Digital Editor <\/strong><\/em><\/pre>\n
Mombasa is set to undergo a major economic transformation following the signing of a landmark tripartite agreement for the development of the Mombasa Industrial Park Special Economic Zone (SEZ)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
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The agreement was signed at State House, Nairobi, between the County Government of Mombasa, Mombasa Free Zone Limited and DP World<\/strong>, paving the way for the development of an industrial hub aimed at transforming Mombasa from primarily a transit and trading centre into a major manufacturing destination.<\/p>\n
Speaking after the signing, the Governor of Mombasa said the county must move beyond being a gateway through which raw materials leave Kenya and finished products return at a premium.<\/p>\n
\u201cKenyan raw materials must produce Kenyan products under Kenyan brands.\u201d<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The Governor welcomed President William Samoei Ruto\u2019s commitments to strengthen the commercial viability of the SEZ, including the proposed reduction of electricity tariffs for companies operating within the zone to KSh10 per kilowatt-hour<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
The lower energy costs are expected to reduce production expenses, attract investment and enhance Mombasa\u2019s competitiveness as an industrial destination.<\/p>\n
The Governor also welcomed the President\u2019s commitment to construct a road linking the SEZ to the main trunk road, noting that efficient connectivity will be critical to linking the industrial park with the Port of Mombasa and Kenya\u2019s wider transport network<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
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According to the Governor, the project represents more than the construction of an industrial park\u2014it marks a shift in Mombasa\u2019s economic strategy towards manufacturing, enterprise, employment creation and participation in global value chains<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
The industrial park is expected to create opportunities for investors and local businesses while supporting value addition and enabling Kenya to retain more wealth from its own natural resources.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis agreement is not simply about developing an industrial park. It is about changing Mombasa\u2019s economic destiny\u2014from a transit city into a centre of production, enterprise and shared prosperity,\u201d<\/strong> the Governor said.<\/p>\n
He declared that Mombasa is prepared to embrace the next phase of its economic development.<\/p>\n
\u201cMombasa is ready to manufacture. Mombasa is ready to compete. Mombasa\u2019s moment has arrived.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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