Kenya plans to invest in its airport infrastructure to improve its supply chain and support exports. Nairobi, Mombasa, and Eldoret are targeted as part of a program aimed at increasing cargo handling capacity and meeting regional air transport needs.

The Kenyan government is seeking to strengthen its position in international trade in the face of growing competition from Rwanda and Tanzania.

Projects are being considered to expand the logistics capacity of several airports, including Jomo Kenyatta Airport in Nairobi, Moi Airport in Mombasa, and Eldoret Airport. The aim is to increase the volume of cargo handled and facilitate exports, particularly of agricultural products.

In Nairobi, the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has initiated a phase of mobilizing funding for a cargo area expansion project.

This plan includes expanding logistics facilities, improving cold chain equipment, and structuring operations. Ultimately, the hub's annual capacity could reach one million tons, compared to the current 350000.

Other hubs are also undergoing development projects. In Mombasa, the focus is on capacity to accommodate long-haul aircraft and charter flights.

In Eldoret, a runway extension is planned to accommodate large-capacity cargo ships, alongside a program to modernize cold storage facilities. These measures aim to support the export of horticultural, floriculture, and agricultural products in general.

Kenya remains a major player in air freight in East Africa, but faces increased competition from Ethiopia, Rwanda, and the United Arab Emirates. Developing more modern logistics infrastructure would help reduce post-harvest losses and better meet the demands of international markets.