Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho Hassan has said that Kenya will match with other African countries towards green shipping.
In a speech read by the Principal Secretary, State Department for Shipping and Maritime Affairs, Geoffrey Kaituko, the CS noted that Kenya, like other African countries, will take a leading role in shaping the green transition from the Global South, noting that the ports, shipping routes, and maritime industries are integral to global trade and must evolve in alignment with the net-zero emissions target by 2050.
Joho said discussion on the implementation of the 2023 IMO Green House Gas (GHG) Strategy and green transition of shipping in Africa is vital to deliberating on the measures needed to implement the 2023 IMO GHG Strategy effectively.
He noted that there is a need to champion policies that support green shipping, including alternative fuels, energy-efficient vessel designs, and digital solutions to optimise maritime logistics. "By doing so, we can create green jobs, attract investments, and build resilient economies while addressing the pressing challenges of climate change," he said.
