• Road Safety with iRAP Star Rating Assessments

    Road safety is an urgent concern, particularly in countries like Kenya, where rapid infrastructure development sometimes outpaces safety measures. Every year, lives are lost to road accidents, many of which could have been prevented through proper safety planning and intervention. This is where the International Road Assessment Programme (iRAP) Star Rating Assessment becomes a game-changer.…

  • Financial and Economic Evaluation in Road Infrastructure Projects

    Introduction Imagine a small town in Kenya called Kijiji, which used to be quite isolated due to poor road conditions. Farmers struggled to get their produce to larger markets, and children often had difficulty getting to school during the rainy season. The local economy was stagnating, and the community faced numerous challenges. To remedy scenarios…

  • The Role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in Transportation Projects

    In an era where infrastructure development is the backbone of economic progress, public-private partnerships (PPP) have emerged as a vital mechanism for addressing the complexities and financial demands of large-scale transportation projects. But why do governments increasingly turn to PPPs? What are the benefits and challenges of this approach? Let’s delve into these questions. The…