Kenya has signed a major agreement worth $1.2 billion to expand Nairobi’s main international airport as the country seeks to strengthen its position as East Africa’s leading aviation hub.
The deal, signed with China Road and Bridge Corporation, will significantly increase the capacity of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport from 7.5 million passengers annually to approximately 22 million.
The project includes the construction of a new terminal, upgrades to existing facilities and improvements to airport operations. Kenyan officials say the expansion is essential to accommodate growing passenger numbers and maintain competitiveness against regional rivals.
The agreement revives plans that were previously shelved following the cancellation of an earlier airport deal in 2024. Financing for the project is expected to come from African development institutions.
Government officials believe the expansion will boost tourism, trade and investment while strengthening Kenya’s role as a regional transport gateway.
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