NAIROBI, Kenya — The Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Committee has reviewed proposals to finance major infrastructure projects, including the expansion of the Port of Mombasa and the construction of mega dams, as the government seeks to attract private capital without increasing taxes or external borrowing.
The high-level meeting was attended by Principal Secretary for Public Investments and Assets Management Cyrell Wagunda and chaired by National Treasury Principal Secretary Dr. Chris Kiptoo.
Other members included Principal Secretary for Roads Eng. Joseph Mbugua, who participated virtually, and Macharia Taki, alongside other senior government officials.
During the meeting, Principal Secretary for Transport Mohamed Daghar, accompanied by Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Managing Director William Ruto, presented a proposal to construct additional berths at the Port of Mombasa to boost the facility’s cargo handling capacity.
Daghar said the expansion is intended to position the Port of Mombasa as the leading maritime hub not only in the East African region but across the African continent by enhancing its ability to handle growing trade volumes.
The committee also considered a proposal by the State Department for Irrigation, presented by Principal Secretary CPA Ephantus Kimotho, seeking approval for the construction of mega dams in Baringo, Isiolo and Samburu counties.
According to the proposal, the dams are expected to support hydropower generation while increasing access to clean water for irrigation and domestic consumption in the targeted regions.
The deliberations form part of the government’s broader strategy to accelerate the delivery of strategic infrastructure projects through the Public Private Partnership framework.
By leveraging private sector investment, the government aims to finance large-scale infrastructure development while easing pressure on public finances and avoiding additional tax burdens or increased foreign borrowing.