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- Shropshire Council Surveys 3,300 Residents to Set Transport Priorities - Kenya Allocates Sh400 M for Likoni Ferry Upgrades, Cuts Queues

6/16/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Shropshire Council mailed a questionnaire to 3,300 residents for its 19th Highways and Transport survey.
David Vasmer said the survey will set priorities while Rob Wilson said it will improve outcomes.
Kenya’s 2026/27 Budget allocated Sh400 million for Likoni Ferry ramp upgrades while MP Mishi Mboko said it will ease congestion and improve safety.
Commuters as Said Omar and Riziki Juma said the upgrades could cut queue times and protect livelihoods.

History

Historical Context

In 1937 the colonial government launched the Likoni Ferry across Kilindini Harbour, connecting Mombasa Island with the mainland and spurring trade. Today Kenya Ferry Services runs seven double-ended vessels, while MP Mishi Mboko has announced a Sh400 million upgrade and the Dongo Kundu bypass aims to ease congestion. Parallelly, Shropshire Council’s highways survey led by David Vasmer and Rob Wilson uses similar data-driven methods to manage bottlenecks.

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Story summary

Shropshire Council mailed a questionnaire to 3,300 residents for its 19th Highways and Transport survey.
David Vasmer said the survey will set priorities while Rob Wilson said it will improve outcomes.
Kenya’s 2026/27 Budget allocated Sh400 million for Likoni Ferry ramp upgrades while MP Mishi Mboko said it will ease congestion and improve safety.
Commuters as Said Omar and Riziki Juma said the upgrades could cut queue times and protect livelihoods.

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