*🚢 Kenya Dissolves National Shipping Line Following Zanzibar’s Move* Kenya has announced the closure of the *Kenya National Shipping Line (KNSL)*, citing high operational costs and inefficiency. This comes after Zanzibar made a similar decision last year, signalling a regional shift in maritime strategies. 💡 *Key Highlights:* * 🔒 *KNSL Closure Approved:* Part of a Cabinet decision to dissolve 15 parastatals with outdated mandates. * 🚫 *Challenges Faced:* KNSL struggled to compete globally due to a lack of owned vessels and containers. * 💼 *Private Sector to Step In:* Private operators will now handle Maritime services to improve efficiency and cut costs. 🌍 *Implications for East Africa:* With both Kenya and Zanzibar exiting national shipping lines, experts believe the private sector may pave the way for a more competitive and cost-effective maritime industry. 🌊⚓ Is this the end of national shipping lines in East Africa? 🤔