Urban and Regional Development

Other Projects on Urban & Regional Development Done by KAF

• Technical Assistance for the Promotion of Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone Development Project (Kenya).

  Client: JICA

  Period: 2020 - 2022

  Description:
  The objective of the project was to promote the development and investment of Dongo Kundu (DK) Special Economic Zone (SEZ), strengthen the management and structure of the Special Economic Zone Authority (SEZA), and enhance the planning capacity of the Industrial Park Zone situated in the southern region of DK SEZ in the target areas of Mombasa and Kwale counties.

  Scope of Work:
  Development Promotion, coordination with SEZA and other stakeholders, Project Implementation Promotion, Business Plan Development and Financial Analysis.

  

  

  
• Mombasa Island Intelligent Transport System and Mombasa CBD Non-motorized Transport Survey (Kenya).

  Client: JICA

  Period: 2020 - 2021

  Description:
  The project focused on investigating the potential of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) and addressing current traffic issues through traffic improvement measures. It also devised a strategy to promote Non-Motorized Transport (NMT) in Mombasa Central Business District (CBD), which includes enhancing both NMT and Passenger Service Vehicles (PSVs).

  Scope of Work:
  Comprehensive survey, involving data collection, entry, and analysis, leading to the formulation of proposed recommendations to address the identified transportation challenges.

  
• Review of Dar es Salaam Urban Transport Master Plan, (Tanzania).

  Client: JICA

  Period: 2016 - 2018

  Description:
  Dar es Salaam, Tanzania's key city and economic hub, faces transportation challenges despite ongoing projects aligned with the 2030 Urban Transport Master Plan. Current traffic exceeds projections due to rapid population growth, prompting Tanzania and Japan to update the plan for 2040. The project aims to conduct pre-feasibility studies, enhance counterpart staff capacity, and improve traffic conditions to address the city's evolving needs.

  Scope of Work:
  Document analysis, population projection, scenario setting and the alternatives, urban structure and land use planning, Urban Transport Master Plan formulation/revision, pre-feasibility study for railway development (Transit-Oriented Development), and technical skills transfer.

  

  
• The Project for Industrial Promotion (Investment Promotion and Industrial Park Development) (Ethiopia).

  Client: JICA

  Period: 2017 - 2019

  Description:
  The project's goal is to boost industrial growth and job creation by analyzing and enhancing investment policies and the investment environment. It aims to attract foreign investment in alignment with companies' intentions, upgrade infrastructure and services in industrial park development and operation, and enhance the capacity of government agencies involved.

  Scope of Work:
  Feasibility Study of industrial park development and cash flow analysis of industrial park development.

  

  

  
• The Project for Capacity Development for Urban Planning and Management) (Ethiopia).

  Client: JICA

  Period: 2021 - 2024

  Description:
  The aim was to enhance the Ministry of Urban and Infrastructure's (MoUI) capacity to conduct training for secondary city municipal governments, concentrating on urban planning, development, and management within the specified area covering Addis Ababa and secondary cities.

  Scope of Work:
  Formulation of a mid-term plan for training the municipal governments of secondary cities in urban planning, urban development, and management and development of a training mechanism for these entities.

  

  
• Furnishing GIS Expert and Data Analyst for Consulting Services for Project for Transit Oriented Development (TOD) for Dar es Salaam (Tanzania).

  Client: JICA

  Period: 2022 - 2025

  Description:
  Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, faces urban transport challenges due to rapid population growth. Plans for six Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines are in progress, but poor coordination between the transportation network, urban development, and land use hinders progress. To address this, the Tanzanian government seeks Japan's cooperation in Transit Oriented Development (TOD) along the BRT. This project aims to improve mobility, enhance coordination among agencies, and boost the capabilities of officials responsible for urban development and public transportation, ultimately enhancing accessibility and efficiency of public transport in the city.

  Description:
  Furnishing GIS and Data Analysis experts to the project.

  
• Feasibility Study for Special Economic Zones Development (Kenya).

  Client: JICA

  Period: 2020 - 2021

  Description:
  The objective of the survey was to conduct a feasibility study for three essential infrastructure components aimed at facilitating the early implementation of the Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone (SEZ). This included the assessment of the viability of port facility, power supply and water supply components for the successful establishment of the Dongo Kundu SEZ.

  Scope of Work:
  Feasibility study including the study of alternatives, project cost, implementation schedule, implementation method, organizational structure for project implementation, organizational structure for operation and maintenance, and environment and social considerations.

  

  

  
• Preparatory Study for Mombasa SEZ Development (Kenya).

  Client: JICA

  Period: 2020 - 2022

  Description:
  The purpose of this survey is to comprehend the background, objectives, and contents of the Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone (SEZ) development project. It also aims to evaluate the positioning of the grant aid project within the overall context of the Dongo Kundu SEZ development, assessing its impact and technical-economic validity.

  Scope of Work:
  Designing the outline of the project contents, determination of the scale, and cost estimation of the grant aid project.

  

  

  
• Consultancy Services for Tender Assistance and Construction Supervision of Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone -Port Sub Project (Kenya).

  Client: JICA

  Period: 2020 - 2022

  Description:
  The Government of Kenya secured a loan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to fund the Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Development Project. Phase 1 of the project aims to enhance essential infrastructure for the Dongo Kundu SEZ, focusing on port, power supply, water supply, drainage, and roads as outlined in the Dongo Kundu SEZ Master Plan. The project includes three Sub-projects: Port, Road, and Electricity

  Scope of Work:
  Pertained to the Port Sub-project and aimed to ensure the efficient and proper preparation and implementation of the Project.

  

  

  
• Fact Finding Survey on Urban Challenges in African Countries (Multistate).

• Consulting Services for Infrastructure Solution in the Eastern Africa (MLIT) (Multistate).

• Assessment of EAC Partner States' SEZ Policy Frameworks of Technical Assistance for the promotional Dongo Kundu (DK) Special Economic Zone Development Project (Kenya).

• Assessment of Impact of Special Economic Zones (SEZ) in the East Africa Community (EAC).

• Consultancy Services for the PPP Fact Finding Survey

  Client: Embassy of Japan in Kenya

  Period: 2024

  Description:
  To facilitate Japanese companies' participation in Kenya's PPP projects, it is crucial to assess the existing legal, policy, and regulatory frameworks, and to understand the PPP project selection process, including the roles of various stakeholders. By analyzing past and planned PPP projects, Japanese companies can better gauge entry risks and learn from the successes and failures of previous initiatives.

  Scope of Work:
  Review of the PPP Legal Framework, Data collection and analysis, Recommendation for viable PPP ventures for Japanese Investors

  

  

  
• Consultancy Service for Capacity Building Project for Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) for the Development and Operation of Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone (DK SEZ) in Mombasa

  Client: JICA

  Period: 2024 - 2025

  Description:
  The Mombasa Special Economic Zone – Dongo Kundu (MSEZ-DK) is a flagship project supported by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), which also facilitated the development of the MSEZ-DK Master Plan between 2014 and 2015. Since 2016, infrastructure projects linked to the zone—including port, power, and road systems—have progressed under various Japanese funding arrangements, with completion anticipated by 2028.
  In addition to infrastructure, JICA has provided advisory support to the Special Economic Zone Authority (SEZA), focusing on regulatory frameworks, investment promotion, and stakeholder coordination. However, in August 2024, oversight of the MSEZ-DK was transferred to the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA). Given KPA’s limited experience in managing Special Economic Zones, it sought further capacity building support from JICA to effectively steer the development and management of the zone. In response, Koei Africa proposed key areas of capacity development aimed at strengthening the skills of KPA staff involved in the MSEZ-DK.

  Scope of Work:
  The scope of work included updating the Master Plan and developing a comprehensive Business Plan for the SEZ, supported by capacity building initiatives for KPA staff, as well as preparing a proposal outlining potential areas for continued cooperation with JICA.