Mombasa is Kenya's only international seaport and, handling around 2.11 million TEU in 2025, the largest container gateway in East Africa. Its natural Kilindini Harbour serves a vast hinterland along the Northern Corridor — Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, eastern DR Congo, South Sudan, northern Tanzania, Somalia and Ethiopia. Operated by the state-owned Kenya Ports Authority, the port moved a record 45.45 million tonnes in 2025, up from 40.99 million in 2024. Two container terminals provide roughly 2.3 million TEU of capacity, with the rehabilitation of Berth 19B and the JICA-backed Berth 23 (300 metres long, adding about 500,000 TEU of yard capacity) set to expand it further. Beyond containers, traffic includes petroleum, vehicles, dry bulk and general cargo, while tea and coffee rank among the leading exports. The Standard Gauge Railway links the quays over 472 kilometres to inland container depots at Nairobi and Naivasha — where customs clearance increasingly takes place — before cargo moves on to Uganda and neighbouring states; the Naivasha depot was brought into service in 2026 to ease congestion. Shippers weighing alternatives for the same hinterland often compare Dar es Salaam in Tanzania on the Central Corridor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Mombasa?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Mombasa is KE MBA. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Mombasa located?▼
The port of Mombasa is located in Kenya (Indian Ocean).
What is the size of the port Mombasa?▼
Mombasa is a Medium harbor of type Coastal (Tide Gates).
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