Kenya government rejects reports linking Chivayo to airport expansion project

The Kenyan government has officially dismissed claims that a consortium linked to Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo secured a US$1.2 billion contract for Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Officials issued the denial following widespread media reports in Zimbabwe alleging that IMC Construction had been selected for the expansion. This incident underscores the reputational risks associated with high-profile infrastructure bids in the region. The Kenyan administration’s swift rebuttal highlights the sensitivity surrounding foreign-led procurement processes in East Africa. The incident leaves the credibility of the reported consortium in question as regional authorities tighten oversight on major infrastructure tenders.