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NAIROBI, Jan. 27 (Xinhua) The Liwatoni Floating Bridge that was built by China Road and Bridge Corporation has eased traffic congestion at the Likoni crossing channel located on the southern tip of Kenya s coastal city of Mombasa. Pedestrians hailed the 800-meter floating bridge that was opened for use on New Year s Eve, saying it has been a game-changer in mobility within Mombasa and its environs. This bridge has been very helpful to us since it was opened to pedestrians. We used to spend more than 45 minutes waiting for the ferry to transport us across the Likoni channel, Naftali Osoro, a resident of Mombasa told on Wednesday.
2021-01-27 16:35:49 GMT2021-01-28 00:35:49(Beijing Time) Xinhua English
NAIROBI, Jan. 27 (Xinhua) The Liwatoni Floating Bridge that was built by China Road and Bridge Corporation has eased traffic congestion at the Likoni crossing channel located on the southern tip of Kenya s coastal city of Mombasa.
Pedestrians hailed the 800-meter floating bridge that was opened for use on New Year s Eve, saying it has been a game-changer in mobility within Mombasa and its environs. This bridge has been very helpful to us since it was opened to pedestrians. We used to spend more than 45 minutes waiting for the ferry to transport us across the Likoni channel, Naftali Osoro, a resident of Mombasa told on Wednesday.
Ksh1.9B Likoni Bridge Gaining Popularity Despite Challenges
The Liwatoni Floating Bridge in Likoni, Mombasa
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The newly-completed Likoni floating bridge is gaining popularity among Mombasa residents, according to Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA).
The bridge usage has increased despite residents complaining of a number of challenges including the inconvenience of walking 800 metres under the scorching sun, as well as little understanding of the technology behind the floating bridge.
KeNHA stated that the number of users is projected to rise with increased awareness of the residents on using the bridge.
President Uhuru Kenyatta unveils the Liwatoni Floating Bridge in Likoni, Mombasa
Team Moves to Review Safety of Mombasa Floating Bridge
14 January 2021 - 9:56 am
Mombasa residents use the new Liwatoni floating bridge on New Year s Day, January 1, 2021
PSCU
The bridge was officially opened for public use on Friday, January 1.
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), Kenya Coast Guard Services (KUCGS), the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA), the National Police Service (NPS) and the Coast Regional Commissioners office were brought together to form the task force. The committee will address the safety of both pedestrians and vessels at the floating bridge and also bolster safety standards and confidence of commuters, KMA Director General Robert Njue said on Wednesday, January 13.