Martin Lukale

Clearing and forwarding (Freight Forwarder) || Transporter || Accountant

[LAPSSET @lapsset]

#LAPSSET ROAD PROJECT UPDATE
The Lamu -Ijara- Garissa (A10) Road is at 56.93 % overall weighted physical progress. The road project is located in both Lamu and Garissa counties with a total length of approximately 453 Km, including spur roads. The sections of the project include:

SECTION I: Lamu -Ijara- Garissa (A10) Road which starts at Magogoni area, connecting with the Lamu Port  access road and runs North towards Garissa. This section of road measures approximately 257 km and is at a 62.11% physical progress.

SECTION II: Budhei – Basuba – Kiunga (A11) Road which starts at Budhei Junction Centre and runs East to Kiunga. This section of road measures approximately 113km with site clearance of 102km out of 113km.

SECTION III: Ijara – Sangailu- Hulugho (B93) Road which starts at Ijara Centre (junction B93/A10) and also runs East to Hulugho Centre. The works are located along the existing Ijara – Hulugho road with an approximate length of 83Km and site clearance of 83km out of 83km.

When complete, the Infrastructure will enhance freight traffic and facilitate efficient movement of goods and people across the #LAPSSETCorridor.

#Infrastructure #RegionalIntegration #AfricaInfrastructure #AfricaTrade

[杜晓晖DU Xiaohui @DGAfrica_MFA]

Great news for African cashew farmers!
China has just opened its doors wider to African cashews. From now on, qualified cashews from African countries with diplomatic ties with China can have access to the Chinese market under streamlined inspection and quarantine rules.
More African products, more jobs, more growth. That's our zero-tariff promise in action — delivering real benefits for Africa.
#ChinaAfrica #ZeroTariffPolicy #AfricanCashews

[LAPSSET @lapsset]

In #LAPSSET's participation in an Oil Spill Training, the Lamu Regional Office Liaison Officer Ali Shee is among those that have successfully completed a 4-day Oil Spill Training focused on environmental protection, prevention, preparedness, and response, reflecting our commitment to responsible infrastructure development and environmental stewardship. This helps protect coastal ecosystems, safeguard community livelihoods, and ensure sustainable maritime and economic development, particularly in environmentally sensitive areas such as #Lamu.

#Oilspilltraining #StrategicInfrastructure #SustainableInfrastructure

[LAPSSET @lapsset]

#LamuPort has received the MV Baltimore Express, setting a new record of the largest vessel in the region, with 369 meters overall length. The vessel arrived from Oman’s Salalah Port. The #LAPSSET anchor project has so far handled over 120 vessels since the start of the year, with more expected to call in the coming days. The government is at the forefront to ensure the port is well equipped with more handling equipment, as the Port continues to set standards for global trade.

#AfricaInfrastructure #GlobalTrade #Maritime #StrategicInfrastructure

[Kenya Ports Authority @Kenya_Ports]

In a historic feat, the Port of Lamu on Sunday evening welcomed the largest vessel ever to dock at any Port in East and Central Africa.

The MV Baltimore Express, a colossal, measuring 369 meters in length overall, arrived from Oman’s Salalah Port.

To put that size into perspective, the ship spans nearly the length of three football pitches with 69 meters to spare. Many regional ports would struggle to accommodate such a giant, but Lamu stood up to the challenge.

With the port’s quay length of 400 meters per berth, MV Baltimore Express docked smoothly without any incident.

The vessel operated by German shipping line Hapag-Lloyd, during her stay in Lamu handled restows of dangerous cargo by repositioning the DGs aboard the vessel in compliance to the International Maritime Organization.

This call follows the earlier record set by a sister vessel MV Nagoya Express, a 335-meter container ship which docked at the Port of Lamu in August 2025.

KPA’s General Manager Port of Lamu Capt. Abdulaziz Mzee welcomed the ship, noting the port’s proven ability to handle ultra-large vessels.

“This call lifts Lamu’s profile on the global maritime map, and compares to some of the world’s most developed ports like Singapore, Rotterdam and Hamburg,” said the GM.

What sets the Port of Lamu apart from other regional ports is its naturally deep harbor of 17.5 meters. This depth allows Panamax and post-Panamax ships to sail into the channel with minimal or no dredging. Many other African ports require constant dredging to deepen seabeds enough to accommodate mega ships and stay competitive.

This natural advantage enables Lamu to rival the world’s most modern ports, positioning it not only as a transshipment gateway but also as a strategic hub capable of handling very high cargo volumes.

Lamu has so far handled over 120 vessels since the start of the year, with more expected to call in the coming days. To complement this growth KPA is investing in modern equipment with the port expected to receive new cranes, terminal tractors and other cargo handling equipment in the course of the year.

Equally Captain Aziz confirmed that ninety motor vehicles out of 5000 which had been discharged in March have already been evacuated from the port.

As the global shipping industry evolves and ships continue to grow, the Port of Lamu stands uniquely ready. It is built for the future, not catching up to it.
@SDoT_Kenya
@TransportKE
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[KRA Care @KRACare]

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[Kenya Revenue Authority @KRACorporate]

📢 Public Notice: Fringe Benefit Tax & Deemed Interest Rate Update

The Market Interest Rate for Fringe Benefit Tax has been set at 8% for the period April to June 2026.

Additionally, the prescribed Deemed Interest Rate is also 8% for the same period. A 15% withholding tax on deemed interest applies and must be remitted within 5 working days.

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

Lamu Port!
#Fuelinglogisticchains.

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

The KENYAN COFFEE is a high-grade #coffee and one of the most sought-after coffees in the world due to its intense #flavor, full body and a pleasant #aroma. Known worldwide for its distinctively complex tones of lemony citrus and berry which create a bright resonant cup presence.

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

DID YOU KNOW?

#COFFEE was discovered by a goat herder in Ethiopia in the 1500s.

He saw his goats eating coffee cherries. Afterwards, he observed a change in their behavior. They gained a high amount of energy and they didn’t sleep at night.

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

It gives the consignee ample time to get finances and as well get the market for his goods.

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

BONDED WAREHOUSE.

Secured facility supervised by customs authorities, where dutiable landed imports are stored pending their re-export or release on assessment and payment of import duties, taxes and other charges.

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

Good morning from Inland Container Depot, Nairobi.
#ICDN

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

Ecclesiastes 11:4

New International Version

4 Whoever watches the wind will not plant; whoever looks at the clouds will not reap.

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you.

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

Isaiah 46:3-4

New International Version

3 “Listen to me, you descendants of Jacob, all the remnant of the people of Israel, you whom I have upheld since your birth, and have carried since you were born.
4 Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

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[Kenya Revenue Authority @KRACorporate]

#𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞
KRA & Kenya Ports Authority launch major reforms to decongest Mombasa Port and accelerate cargo clearance.
🔹 Long-stay cargo evacuation (21+ days)
🔹 Expanded Pre-Arrival Processing
🔹 Multi-vendor RECTS seal system
🔹 More SGR wagons to inland depots
🔹 Lamu Port transhipment boost
🔹 Empty container management site
🔹 Enhanced digital integration
Strengthening Kenya as East Africa's logistics hub
#PortOfMombasa #TradeFacilitation #Kenya

[NTSA KENYA @ntsa_kenya]

If you are driving a vehicle that is still registered in the previous owner's name, responsibility for any traffic offences and liabilities rests with the person currently using the vehicle. To avoid future inconvenience and ensure ownership records are updated, the new owner is advised to promptly complete the Alternative Forced Transfer process.. Follow the link https://t.co/0Ue5welb5D. #NTSAServes #UsalamaBarabarani

[Martin Lukale @LukaleMartin]

Fueling logistic chains.