Eng. Kefa Seda

Eng. Kefa Seda Director General, Public Private Partnerships Directorate.
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12/04/2026

I had a substantive engagement on KBC during the investment conference for roadside stations convened by Ministry of Transport and Roads through KeNHA, where I expounded on the structural underpinnings of Public Private Partnerships, interrogated prevailing misconceptions, and delineated how the model operationalizes infrastructure delivery through calibrated risk allocation, legally enforceable performance covenants, and enduring public value.

The discourse further situated PPP within an evolving national financing architecture through the National Infrastructure Fund, which fortifies project preparation, enhances bankability thresholds, and catalyzes the mobilization of long-tenor capital at scale. This integrated framework, anchored in the Public Private Partnership Act 2021, advances a predictable, transparent, and ex*****on-centric infrastructure programme aligned to national development imperatives.

Game Changer This is a consequential national mandate entrusted to leaders of exceptional standing, whose combined exper...
01/04/2026

Game Changer

This is a consequential national mandate entrusted to leaders of exceptional standing, whose combined expertise in finance, policy, law, and enterprise positions the Fund to operate with authority, credibility, and strategic clarity.

This appointment strengthens the alignment between the National Infrastructure Fund and the Public Private Partnerships framework by linking capital mobilization within the Fund to a structured pipeline of bankable PPP projects. The Council anchors the connection between capital formation and project ex*****on, ensuring resources are directed into priority sectors including transport, energy, water, housing, and digital infrastructure, while upholding strong governance, disciplined project preparation, and robust risk allocation to attract long horizon institutional capital.

With this leadership in place, the Fund is well positioned to function as a catalytic platform that de risks infrastructure investment, improves transaction readiness, and accelerates financial close across priority projects. It creates the conditions for stronger investor participation, predictable delivery frameworks, and sustained confidence in Kenya’s infrastructure market.

This milestone advances a clear pathway for scaling infrastructure delivery through PPP models, unlocking private sector efficiency, and driving national productivity through assets that are well financed, well governed, and built to deliver long term economic value.

I had the privilege of joining key stakeholders for a high-level engagement on the development of strategic port infrast...
07/03/2026

I had the privilege of joining key stakeholders for a high-level engagement on the development of strategic port infrastructure under the PPP Framework, including Mombasa Port Berths 11–14, Mombasa Port Container Terminal 1 (CT1), Lamu Port Berths 1–3, and the Lamu Special Economic Zone (SEZ).

The forum provided an important platform to review the outcomes of a feasibility study sponsored by the National Treasury in collaboration with the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), and to receive valuable input from stakeholders to inform the transaction structure. The forum also helped strengthen institutional alignment among partners and provided an opportunity to advance a shared vision for modern, efficient port infrastructure capable of supporting the country’s expanding trade volumes.

The planned enhancements will significantly increase operational capacity, improve vessel turnaround times, and enhance the reliability of Kenya’s ports as strategic gateways for regional and global commerce.

Sustained collaboration among stakeholders remains essential as we mobilize investments that strengthen maritime logistics, support economic growth, and position Kenya’s ports to meet the evolving demands of international trade.

Digital infrastructure transformation remains central to our PPP agenda. In that regard, discussions with the Principal ...
21/02/2026

Digital infrastructure transformation remains central to our PPP agenda. In that regard, discussions with the Principal Secretary, State Department for ICT, focused on advancing a portfolio of priority projects structured for delivery through the Public Private Partnership framework, with an accelerated trajectory toward financial close within the next 6 months. The review covered PPP initiatives across national fibre backbone expansion, carrier-neutral data centers, cloud and digital government platforms, and shared connectivity infrastructure, aligning commercial structuring and regulatory readiness to enable swift market entry.

Financing strategy featured prominently, with the National Infrastructure Fund examined as a co-investment platform to anchor early capital commitments and crowd in private sector participation at scale. Market sounding, investor engagement, and phased transaction packaging are underway to ensure competitive bidding and sustainable project economics. This structured approach will underpin rollout of resilient digital infrastructure that expands access, strengthens data capacity, and powers Kenya’s technology-driven growth trajectory.

High-level engagement with the Principal Secretary, State Department for Roads, to advance priority road infrastructure ...
20/02/2026

High-level engagement with the Principal Secretary, State Department for Roads, to advance priority road infrastructure projects structured for delivery under the Public Private Partnership framework as part presidential directive to deliver 2,500 of toll roads. The discussions interrogated the full spectrum of PPP road projects within the national pipeline, including those at advanced stages of development, to align transaction structuring, procurement sequencing, and implementation benchmarks. Strategic corridors and bypasses forms part of the consideration for transitioning from preparation to market engagement, reinforcing momentum across the roads portfolio.

Central to the agenda was optimization of the National Infrastructure Fund as a catalytic financing platform to enhance bankability, de-risk early-stage investment, and strengthen investor appetite. A disciplined transaction roadmap has been adopted, targeting completion of feasibility studies within six months for priority PPP road projects. This structured acceleration framework reinforces certainty of ex*****on and advances timely rollout of transformative transport infrastructure critical to national connectivity and economic expansion.

Engagement with the Principal Secretary, State Department for Irrigation Mr. Ephantus, focused on advancing a new pipeli...
19/02/2026

Engagement with the Principal Secretary, State Department for Irrigation Mr. Ephantus, focused on advancing a new pipeline of irrigation and food security projects identified for implementation under the Public Private Partnership framework.
Central to the discussions was expansion of coverage under the Galana-Kulalu scheme, alongside additional strategic investments aimed at increasing irrigated acreage, strengthening water infrastructure, and enhancing national agricultural output. In the same spirit of ex*****on discipline, we agreed that all feasibility studies will be concluded within a maximum of six months to secure implementation readiness and expedite structured rollout.

Discussions sharpened the scale ambition for Galana-Kulalu and aligned new irrigation investments within a cohesive national food security strategy. Implementation will leverage Public Private Partnerships to mobilize private sector capital and technical capacity, complemented by catalytic financing from the National Infrastructure Fund to enhance viability and scale. Emphasis was placed on structured delivery models that establish a clear pathway toward expanded irrigation coverage that reinforces national food systems, strengthens supply chain stability, and enhances agricultural competitiveness.

Held strategic engagement with the Principal Secretary Alex Wachira , State Department for Energy, focused on advancing ...
19/02/2026

Held strategic engagement with the Principal Secretary Alex Wachira , State Department for Energy, focused on advancing priority projects earmarked for implementation under the Public Private Partnership framework, aligned with the government’s commitments to citizens and the Presidential Economic Sector Agenda. The meeting brought together key sector institutions including Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO), the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), and Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen). Discussions focused on structuring PPP energy investments across generation, transmission, and critical infrastructure to strengthen reliability, expand capacity, and support industrial growth, while refining risk allocation frameworks and reinforcing regulatory alignment. We agreed on accelerated timelines for delivery, with feasibility studies to take a maximum of six months to ensure timely project bankability and transition into procurement and financial close.

Attention is now directed toward transaction preparation and investor market sounding to ensure clear pathways to financial close. The National Infrastructure Fund will play a complementary role in strengthening project viability and crowding in long-term capital, alongside innovative PPP financing models designed to enhance commercial attractiveness. A structured approach to governance, compliance, and performance oversight will underpin delivery of PPP energy projects that enhance access, reinforce system stability, and support sustained economic expansion.

PUBLIC UPDATE ON THE MAU SUMMIT–ELDORET–MALABA ROADThe Government of Kenya is taking steps to modernise the Mau Summit–E...
05/02/2026

PUBLIC UPDATE ON THE MAU SUMMIT–ELDORET–MALABA ROAD

The Government of Kenya is taking steps to modernise the Mau Summit–Eldoret–Malaba road through a Public Private Partnership approach.

As part of the preparatory phase, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has approved a grant to support comprehensive planning and assessment work for the project. The grant will finance specialist studies to evaluate the condition of the corridor, identify required improvements, and determine the most appropriate and sustainable way to deliver the project.

The Mau Summit–Malaba corridor is a vital transport link connecting the Rift Valley to Western Kenya and serving as a key gateway to the East African region. Proper preparation of the project is expected to improve road safety, ease congestion, reduce transport costs, and strengthen trade and economic activity along the route.

The National Treasury, through the PPP Directorate, is coordinating the preparatory work in collaboration with the Kenya National Highways Authority. The project remains at a planning stage, and any decision to proceed to construction will be subject to the completion of studies and the attainment of all required statutory approvals.

Further updates will be shared as the project progresses.

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