Topic: Transport CS
Kenya Airways Secures continued government support despite insolvency
Apr 15, 2024 at 02:48 PM
Kenya Airways (KQ), the national carrier of Kenya, has received a lifeline from the Treasury in the form of a one-year commitment to continued financial support....
Madaraka Express freight service gets a boost with arrival of 50 new wagons
Feb 06, 2024 at 12:40 AM
The Madaraka Express freight service received a significant boost on Monday with the arrival of 50 new wagons, marking a pivotal moment for Kenyan infrastructure development....
Thrill in Kisumu as Murkomen reveals plan to extend SGR to western Kenya
Jan 30, 2024 at 03:50 PM
Kisumu residents are celebrating a significant milestone following the announcement by Transport Cabinet Secretary Hon Kipchumba Murkomen regarding the long-anticipated extension o...
Embassava bus crew arrested after viral video shows perilous overloading
Dec 22, 2023 at 11:26 PM
Transport authorities, in collaboration with the police, apprehended the driver and conductor of an Embassava bus after it was found dangerously overloaded with revellers hanging p...
Murkomen unveils campaign to reduce carnage during Christmas festive season
Dec 18, 2023 at 08:04 PM
Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen spearheaded a critical move towards enhancing road safety by unveiling two essential tools aimed at reducing fatalities and injuries during the fest...
Murkomen calls for a probe into JKIA blackout after another generator failure
Dec 11, 2023 at 09:31 AM
Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen has called for a thorough investigation into the recent blackout at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), expressing concerns over potenti...
Murkomen unveils key reforms meant to transform the matatu industry
Nov 30, 2023 at 07:46 PM
Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced a series of transformative measures aimed at enhancing the matatu sector's efficiency and sustainability during the Matatu ...
Murkomen unveils State's plan for new international airport adjacent to JKIA
Nov 23, 2023 at 07:34 PM
Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced plans for the construction of a new international airport adjacent to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) wi...
Kenya, UK in partnership to boost Sh28 billion Nairobi Railways City project
Sep 12, 2023 at 01:33 PM
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has announced a landmark partnership between Kenya and the United Kingdom to realize the ambitious Sh28 billion Nairobi Railways City proje...
Kenya Ports Authority invites bids for key port assets in an ambitious PPP initiative
Sep 12, 2023 at 11:31 AM
Plans to lease some key assets of the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) have been set in motion, marking a significant shift in strategy aimed at reinvigorating the maritime industry thr...
Eldoret International Airport resumes cargo flights after resolution of tax dispute
Aug 25, 2023 at 03:30 PM
After a two-month standoff that brought cargo operations to a grinding halt, Eldoret International Airport has finally resumed its vital business activities....
CS Murkomen convenes meeting to address challenges in ride-hailing sector
Aug 18, 2023 at 12:00 PM
Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen has taken a proactive step towards addressing the persistent challenges faced by ride-hailing drivers by convening a consultative meeting that bring...
Kenya and Somalia ink bilateral air services agreement to boost aviation ties
Aug 11, 2023 at 06:19 AM
Kenya and the Federal Republic of Somalia have solidified their commitment to fostering stronger aviation ties by signing a Bilateral Air Services Agreement (ASA)....
Proposed Bill grants Transport Cabinet Secretary powers to control bus fares
Aug 08, 2023 at 10:48 AM
In a significant move that might lead to clashes with private investors, the Transport CS is set to gain the authority to impose caps on bus fares for public service vehicles (PSVs...
Govt finally allows matatus back on the Nairobi Expressway after one-year ban
Jul 13, 2023 at 12:39 PM
The Government has finally lifted the suspension of Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) from using the Nairobi Expressway, effective immediately, Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba M...
CS Murkomen proposes mandatory dashboard cameras, black boxes for PSVs, commercial vehicles, school buses
Jul 05, 2023 at 04:09 PM
In a bid to enhance road safety and prevent future tragedies, the government has announced new regulations that will make it compulsory for all public service vehicles (PSVs), comm...
Why CS Kipchumba Murkomen wants to relocate Railways matatu station
Jun 27, 2023 at 08:23 PM
In a major announcement made on Tuesday, Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen unveiled an ambitious plan that includes the relocation of Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) from the railway ...
Murkomen expresses Govt pledge to Air Cargo growth as TIACA conference starts
Jun 21, 2023 at 01:04 PM
Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen has reiterated the government’s pledge to develop air cargo business in the country to boost the aviation industry amid global economic turmoil....
Lucy Mbugua appointed ICAO Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa
May 30, 2023 at 09:00 PM
The Ministry of Roads and Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen has officially announced the appointment of Lucy Wanjiku Mbugua as the Regional Director for the Eastern and Southern Afri...
Murkomen reveals what really happened in alleged passenger stripping incident
May 22, 2023 at 10:36 PM
Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen has affirmed to Kenyans that investigations into the unfortunate incident involving a Luxury Shuttle Services vehicle and a passenger are ongoing....
