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Kenya Ports Authority

Also known as: KPA · Kenya Ports Authority (KPA)

Kenya Ports Authority — operates the Port of Mombasa and fields men's and women's basketball teams competing in national leagues.

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    We have seen in the news that the Kenya Ports Authority has gone one up and is also building a road within its complex that is even more expensive: Sh8.3 billion for 1.4-kilometre stretch.

    A billion shillings has today lost meaning
  3. Citizen Digital

    The day's late action saw an absolute thriller in the second men's semi final, where Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) survived a nerve-shredding scare to edge out Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) 3-2.

    Chema shock Prisons as KCB, Pipeline take control of KVF semi-finals
  4. The Standard

    The decision came as a major setback to Owuor and other officials whose election had been challenged by union members, including employees of the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), who argued that the poll was conducted secretly.

    DWU polls to be held on August 13, court has ruled
  5. June 2026
  6. The Standard

    The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has intensified efforts to recover more than Sh43.6 million in unpaid rental and cargo charges from a company linked to former Mombasa County Executive Committee (CEC) member.

    KPA moves to recover Sh43.6m port debt linked to ex-county boss
  7. Citizen Digital

    Regular-season frontrunners Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) enjoyed a smoother ride on their home turf, asserting their dominance over the Kenya Airports Police Unit (KAPU) with a commanding 3-0 (25-13, 25-18, 25-16) sets win.

    Prisons disarm GSU, Pipeline on flyer as KVF playoffs serve off
  8. Citizen Digital

    Elsewhere, Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) men's head coach Robert Mugabe expressed satisfaction after the Dockers registered a commanding 113-49 victory over UON Terror at Makande Gymnasium in Mombasa.

    Review: Wolfpacks coach Oluoch blames fatigue for contrasting results in weekend league matches
  9. Citizen Digital

    Elsewhere, Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) men's head coach Robert Mugabe expressed satisfaction after the Dockers registered a commanding 113-49 victory over UON Terror at Makande Gymnasium in Mombasa.

    Review: Wolfpacks coach Oluoch blames fatigue for contrasting results in weekend league matches
  10. The Standard

    Audio By Vocalize The High Court in Mombasa has allowed Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) to procure multi-million-dollar heavy port-operation machinery through restricted tendering, amid protests by Human rights groups calling for open tendering.Justice Jairus Ngaah dismissed a petiti

    Court okays KPA's restricted tendering of heavy machinery amidst protests
  11. Citizen Digital

    Meanwhile, Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) men's head coach Robert Mugabe expressed satisfaction after his side collected two victories in the National Men's Basketball Premier League, although he admitted there is still room for improvement.

    Obilo hails Aces maturity as KPA's Mugabe calls for better show
  12. Citizen Digital

    The tour included visits to the Kenya Petroleum Refineries Limited (KPRL), a subsidiary of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC); the Kipevu Oil Terminal 2 (KOT 2) operated by the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA); the VTTI terminal; and the Taifa Gas facilities in Dongo Kundu.

    Petroleum PS Harsama assures Kenyans of adequate petroleum stocks

Saturday 12 September

  1. Equity Dumas advance to Kenya Basketball Premier League semis

    Equity Dumas defeated Umoja 75-67 in Game Three of their quarterfinal series to advance to the semifinals of the Kenya National Men's Basketball Premier League, winning the best-of-three series 2-1.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. MP urges ferry safety probe after Likoni Channel landing incident

    Likoni MP Mishi Mboko has called on the Kenya Ports Authority and Kenya Ferry Services to explain an incident involving the MV Likoni at the Likoni Channel during heavy rains and high-tide conditions on Friday. She urged the Government to reinstate the Mtongwe ferry service as an alternative and warned ferry users against jumping into the channel during emergencies.

    12 September 2026 · Capital News

Friday 11 September

  1. Strathmore Blades face KPA in KNBL playoff comeback bid

    Strathmore Blades, down 1-0 in their Kenya National Basketball League quarter-final playoff series against Kenya Ports Authority, seek back-to-back wins in Mombasa this weekend to advance to the semifinals. Head coach Tony Ochieng says his team have analysed errors from their 61-77 opening loss and are prepared to face the nine-time league champions.

    11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 10 September

  1. KBF quarter-final playoffs: two series settled, three remain alive

    The opening weekend of the Kenya Basketball Federation Men's Premier League playoffs saw defending champions Nairobi City Thunder and Stanbic Shields advance to the semi-finals, but three quarter-final series remain contested, with Equity Dumas vs. Umoja tied 1-1 and KPA leading Strathmore Blades 1-0.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Lawyer challenges KPA managing director's continued tenure

    A lawyer has filed a High Court case questioning whether Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director William Ruto can remain in office after his three-year term expired in March 2026, alleging no contract extension has been gazetted and no successor recruitment has begun.

    10 September 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Equity Dumas seek semi-final spot in basketball playoff decider

    Equity Dumas head coach Joseph Lubarov backs his side to beat Umoja in Game Three of their Kenya National Men's Basketball Premier League quarter-final playoff series, with the two teams tied 1-1 after splitting the first two games and a place in the semi-finals on the line at Nyayo Gymnasium on Friday.

    9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Mombasa Port sets new container handling record in single shift

    The Port of Mombasa discharged 863 containers from a single vessel (MV Aniello) in one shift, setting a new benchmark. Kenya Ports Authority attributes the record to investments in equipment, technology and workforce skills, as ports face pressure to reduce vessel turnaround times and strengthen regional competitiveness.

    9 September 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Lawyer seeks court order to remove KPA boss over expired term

    A Nairobi resident has petitioned the High Court asking KPA Managing Director Capt. William Kipkemboi Ruto to explain the legal basis for remaining in office after his three-year term expired on March 9, 2026, with no evidence of lawful reappointment.

    8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. KPA Ladies complete unbeaten KNBL season, target playoff success

    Kenya Ports Authority women's basketball team finished the regular season undefeated with 44 points from 22 matches, capped by a 65-43 victory over USIU Flames. Head coach Samuel Ocholla attributed the team's success to their dedication and discipline as they prepare for the playoffs.

    8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Thunder and Stanbic Shields advance to KBF Men's Premier League semifinals

    Reigning champions Nairobi City Thunder and Stanbic Shields secured places in the 2026 KBF Men's Premier League semi-finals by winning their respective quarter-final best-of-three series. Thunder swept Kisumi Lakeside 2-0 (97-54, 87-44), while Stanbic Shields defeated Ulinzi Warriors 2-0 (60-58, 79-72).

    8 September 2026 · The Standard

Monday 7 September

  1. KPA basketball beats Blades 77-61 in playoff Game One

    Kenya Ports Authority men's basketball team defeated Strathmore Blades 77-61 in Game One of their National Basketball Premier League quarter-final playoff series. KPA need one victory from their remaining two games at home to reach the semi-finals.

    7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 6 September

  1. Chinese container vessel arrives in Mombasa with 3,710 containers

    The Panamax container vessel MV REN JIAN 15 docked at the Port of Mombasa carrying 3,710 containers for Kenya and the East African region, discharging 1,610 containers and loading 400 full and 1,700 empty containers.

    6 September 2026 · Capital News

Friday 4 September

  1. Lakeside faces unbeaten City Thunder in KNBL playoffs

    Kisumu Lakeside begins its Kenya National Men's Basketball Premier League quarter-final against defending champions Nairobi City Thunder, who finished the regular season unbeaten with 22 wins after topping the standings with 44 points. The best-of-three series starts Friday with Game One and continues Saturday with Game Two.

    4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Treasury CS sued over Sh21 billion rice import duty waiver

    Human rights activists have petitioned the courts, alleging that Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi lacks constitutional authority to waive import duty on 490,000 metric tonnes of rice worth Sh21 billion through gazette notices, arguing that tax waiver powers are reserved to legislators under Article 210(1) of the Constitution.

    4 September 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 3 September

  1. Nairobi City Thunder begin title defence in basketball playoffs

    Nairobi City Thunder, who won all 22 regular-season matches, begin their quest for a third successive Kenya Basketball Federation Men's Premier League title as the playoffs start Friday at Nyayo Stadium with the top eight teams competing for national supremacy.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 1 September

  1. KPA wins three games, strengthens playoff push

    Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) registered three victories over the weekend in the National Men's Basketball Premier League, beating Equity Dumas 86-70, Umoja 64-60, and Stanbic Shields 86-71, to strengthen their bid for the playoffs.

    1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 31 August

  1. KPA women's basketball team maintains unbeaten run before playoffs

    Kenya Ports Authority women's basketball team defeated Equity Hawks 97–53 and Stanbic Aces 79–44 to remain unbeaten with 42 points from 21 matches in the National Women's Basketball Premier League ahead of the playoffs.

    31 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 28 August

  1. Unbeaten KPA targets two wins before basketball playoffs

    Unbeaten Kenya Ports Authority women's basketball team faces Equity Hawks and Stanbic Aces this weekend in the National Women's Basketball Premier League, with head coach Samuel Ocholla targeting two victories to finish the regular season strongly ahead of next month's playoffs.

    28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 22 August

  1. Dock Workers Union new team probes Sh82 million withdrawal

    Newly elected Dock Workers Union general secretary Abubakar Abdillahi and his team took office this week and said initial investigation found Sh82 million irregularly withdrawn from one of three union accounts. The matter has been reported to police, and the team has commissioned a comprehensive audit to recover missing funds.

    22 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Meru tea farmers call for removal of 0.8 per cent export levy

    Tea farmers from Imenti region in Meru, alongside factory managers, have appealed to President Ruto's administration to remove a 0.8 per cent export levy implemented three months ago, which they describe as oppressive. They blame MPs for failing to protect farmers and point to over 40 taxes and levies associated with tea farming that have reduced incomes and productivity.

    19 August 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 15 August

  1. Dock Workers Union elects new general secretary Abdillahi

    Abubakar Mohamed Abdillahi has been elected general secretary of the Dock Workers Union, defeating rival Salim Kumaka with 1042 votes to 581 across 13 polling stations. Gideon Matiku was elected deputy general secretary and Gunda Kaneo national chairman in the union elections.

    15 August 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 13 August

  1. KRA and KPA to speed up Mombasa Port cargo clearance

    The Kenya Revenue Authority and Kenya Ports Authority have agreed to fast-track cargo clearance at Mombasa Port by harmonising staff shifts for continuous gate operations and implementing 24/7 operations, while exploring use of alternative facilities like Inland Container Depots and Container Freight Stations to decongest the port.

    13 August 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 8 August

  1. KRA, KPA launch digital systems to speed cargo clearance at Mombasa Port

    Kenya Revenue Authority and Kenya Ports Authority have rolled out the Smart Gate pilot at Gate 24 and the Advanced Cargo Declaration system at Mombasa Port to automate cargo movement and reduce delays. The Smart Gate integrates the Integrated Customs Management System with other government agency systems, while the ACD system allows cargo documents to be submitted and verified before goods are loaded at the port of export.

    8 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 6 August

  1. KPA basketball coach praises team's improvement after two wins

    Kenya Ports Authority men's basketball team head coach Robert Mugabe praised his players' continued improvement after KPA secured two weekend victories in the National Men's Basketball Premier League, defeating Eldonets Platinum 88-73 and ANU Wolfpacks 83-47. The wins lifted KPA to 32 points from 17 matches, second on the league standings.

    6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Car dealers given 60 days to register vehicles before seizure

    A court order has halted the National Transport Safety Authority's immediate impounding of unregistered vehicles, instead granting car importers and dealers a 60-day grace period to register all motor vehicles in their showrooms and yards. Justice Jairus Ngaah ruled that NTSA had failed to adequately engage the industry before issuing its original registration deadline of December 16, 2024.

    6 August 2026 · The Standard

  3. Dongo Kundu SEZ attracts pharmaceutical glass manufacturer despite infrastructure delays

    Milly Glass SEZ Ltd plans to establish Africa's first pharmaceutical glass bottle manufacturing plant in Mombasa's Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone on 15 acres, targeting production of 300,000 amber bottles monthly by July 2027, but slow infrastructure rollout continues to delay large-scale private investment in the zone.

    6 August 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 4 August

  1. KPA women's basketball team unbeaten, eyes league title

    Kenya Ports Authority's women's basketball team has remained unbeaten in the National Women's Basketball Premier League, defeating Zetech Sparks 70-39 and leading the standings with 17 wins from 17 matches. Coach Samuel Ocholla has challenged the side to sustain momentum in their title defence.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 3 August

  1. Swish coach urges focus after securing KNBL playoffs spot

    TH3 Swish's head coach Ariel Okal has urged his team to maintain focus on the postseason after the side secured a place in the Kenya Basketball Federation National Women's Basketball Premier League playoffs with a 61-52 victory over Lady Titans, reaching the 30-point mark with 12 wins and six defeats after 18 matches.

    3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 2 August

  1. Court grants car dealers 60-day reprieve on vehicle registration

    A judge has barred the National Transport and Safety Authority from impounding unregistered vehicles and granted car dealers and importers 60 days to register their vehicles in showrooms and yards, ruling that NTSA failed to engage stakeholders when formulating the registration requirement.

    2 August 2026 · The Standard

Friday 31 July

  1. Stanbic Aces seek tactical discipline in women's basketball double-header

    Stanbic Aces head coach Maurice Obilo has urged his players to remain tactically disciplined as they prepare for a National Women's Basketball Premier League double-header this weekend at USIU Grounds against Equity Hawks and Dream Girls. The bankers, currently second in the standings with 32 points from 17 matches, aim to boost their title challenge.

    31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

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