The port is part of the Lamu Port South Sudan and Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) corridor. Once complete, it will traverse the ten counties of Lamu, Garissa, Isiolo, Mandera, Marsabit, Samburu, Tana River, Turkana, Wajir and West Pokot. Opening up the north and north eastern counties is also critical in addressing the rising insecurity linked to cattle rustling, banditry and criminal groups like Al Shabaab. Long-term projects like LAPSSET also play a vital role in promoting sustainable economic activities that build resilience of local communities to violence and conflict. With this extensive trade and logistics corridor, the north and north eastern counties will experience unprecedented growth, reversing decades of under-development and marginalization.

Source: The Star June 15, 2021 18:45 UTC