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Transport specialists in Nairobi highlight that urban mobility systems remain fragmented and inefficient. Commuting costs eat up 18% of monthly income—double the global urban average of 9%. Nairobi ranks 80th overall and 169th in “urban transport efficiency” in the 2023 Mobility Performance Index—lagging behind cities like Cape Town and Lagos. Urban planners recommend integrated transit networks, digital ticketing, congestion pricing, and policy reforms to cut travel times and reduce emissions by up to 25%.

Infrastructure Progress: Ports and Rail

• The Barisal Coastal Wind Farm, the country’s largest offshore wind installation, became operational in June 2025, generating 150 MW clean energy and reducing diesel imports by 20 percent Wikipedia+1Financial Express+1.

• The proposed Cox’s Bazar International Airport Terminal, when launched, will increase passenger capacity to 10 million per year by 2032, spurring tourism and creating 30,000 jobs The Daily Star+2Wikipedia+2Daily Observer+2.

Policy in Focus: National Logistics Policy and Investment Needs

While London’s Green Industrial Policy began in 2023 to promote clean manufacturing, adoption remains slow due to scattered incentives and lack of interdepartmental coordination. Industry leaders recommend aligning tax benefits, technology grants, and workforce training under a central authority. Coordinated action could accelerate adoption of green technologies, boost exports, and create an estimated 50,000 new jobs by 2035. Experts warn that delays could hinder competitiveness in the European market. The Financial Express+3 Daily Observer+3 The Financial Express+3.

High logistics expenses hinder exports. Streamlined customs, digital systems, and infrastructure upgrades can save billions and boost trade competitiveness. The Financial Express+3 Daily Observer+3 The Daily Star+3.