Author: Farhiya Hussein

Activists blast Ruto, Murkomen over use of live bullets in protests, call for police accountability Jul 14, 2025

The groups expressed outrage over threats to deploy live ammunition against civilians during protests and called for swift action against police offic...

Coast schools urged to offer marine courses as CBC ushers in blue economy focus for senior secondary Jul 14, 2025

Education stakeholders have asked parents to play an active role in guiding their children through this transition and helping them align their academ...

Mombasa confirms two mpox deaths as infections surge in Nyali and Changamwe Jul 14, 2025

Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a viral illness that typically causes a painful rash, swollen lymph nodes, fever, fatigue, and muscle aches. Whi...

Police nab notorious drug trafficker carrying bhang on Mombasa highway Jul 13, 2025

The suspect, identified as 47-year-old Michael Charles Chacha, was arrested while travelling in a public service vehicle.

Ride for humanity: UK Muslim bikers bring life-changing aid to Kenya’s most underserved regions Jul 13, 2025

The initiative will culminate in a public celebration on Sunday, July 13, at Mama Ngina Waterfront in Mombasa, where local communities, government off...

Coastal towns face two-day water outage as Mzima pipeline shuts down for upgrade Jul 13, 2025

The two-day interruption is expected to affect water flow to Voi, Maungu, MacKinnon, Taru, Samburu, Mariakani, Rabai, Mazeras and Mombasa West Mainlan...

Taveta farmers push for banana factory to boost local economy and curb post-harvest losses Jul 13, 2025

Many farmers described the factory as a vital lifeline, especially now that traditional markets such as Mombasa have become saturated.

Lamu’s King Fahd Hospital makes history with first laparoscopic kidney cancer surgery Jul 13, 2025

Previously available only in major cities like Mombasa—where it can cost more than Sh450,000—the surgery was completed in Lamu for just Sh180,000.

Relief for patients as Kwale doctors return to work after striking deal with county government Jul 09, 2025

The industrial action, which began on June 29, had crippled key health services across public facilities, leaving patients stranded and prompting wide...

Kilifi leaders urge fast resolution of IEBC deadlock, slam delays in Magarini by-election Jul 08, 2025

The leaders sharply criticised court cases that have stalled the formal appointment of new commissioners, arguing that the delays have denied citizens...

Kenya leads Indian Ocean oil spill drill to boost regional marine emergency readiness Jul 08, 2025

The exercise tests the ability of state and non-state actors to respond to maritime disasters using a unified command system. Officials say the goal i...

Lamu residents to benefit as county opens eye unit, upgrades referral hospital Jul 08, 2025

The Mokowe eye unit, the first in the county, was officially opened this week to provide consultations, treatment of eye conditions, surgical procedur...

From displacement to dignity: Somali IDPs turn coconut waste into livelihoods Jul 07, 2025

With support from Kenyan trainers, the initiative equips beneficiaries with skills to transform discarded coconut shells into jewellery, home décor, a...

MUHURI accuses state of intimidation after Mombasa activists summoned over June 25 protests Jul 06, 2025

According to MUHURI, the officers accused the activists of "mobilising youth" and “radicalising” protesters, branding them a threat to state security.

Women's group secures Sh1.9 million deal to clean, green Kwale County’s Lungalunga border town Jul 06, 2025

For a period of six months, Kudzecha Women Limited Company will handle key public hygiene duties in the border town, including cleaning market areas,...

Activists demand crackdown on unsafe reuse of glass bottles by Kenyan beverage firms Jul 06, 2025

They are demanding stricter regulation, including mandatory audits, clear labelling of reused bottles, and the adoption of a safe recycling model wher...

Coast fisherfolk demand action on land grabs, mismanagement and licensing chaos at landing sites Jul 03, 2025

In a session chaired by Bamburi MCA Patrick Mbelle, leaders from Mkupe Beach Management Unit laid bare a series of long-standing grievances that have...

Kilifi families receive Sh60 million compensation for human–wildlife conflict deaths Jul 03, 2025

The disbursement, which took place in Marafa, targeted cases involving human fatalities caused by wild animals, mainly elephants and buffaloes, across...

Taita Taveta GBV survivors speak out as county grapples with alarming rise in cases Jul 02, 2025

Statistics from the Taita Taveta County Government show that in 2024 alone, 640 GBV cases were reported, an overwhelming jump from only 13 cases recor...

Chilli farming transforms Kilifi economy as new processing plant boosts jobs and incomes Jul 02, 2025

Karembo Kahindi, a local farmer from Ganze Sub-County, is among many whose lives have significantly improved since she began growing chillies.

SUPKEM under fire as Kenyan pilgrims decry mismanagement during 2025 Hajj Jul 01, 2025

Pilgrims who gathered for a joint meeting with travel agents voiced frustration over accommodation standards, transport arrangements, and food quality...

New disaster clubs in Lamu Schools aim to strengthen emergency skills and civic engagement Jun 30, 2025

The initiative aims to equip students to tackle both environmental and social challenges within their communities.

Lamu parents urged to support boy child amid rising drug addiction linked to neglect Jun 29, 2025

Recent estimates indicate that around 45 per cent of men on Pate Island are struggling with drug addiction, sparking concern among health officials an...

Tourism stakeholders urge fewer travel barriers, more direct flights to Mombasa to boost arrivals Jun 29, 2025

KAHC National Chairman Chris Musau called on the government to liberalise Kenya’s airspace by allowing more charter flights to Mombasa and Nairobi, ar...

Kenya urged to amend age of consent laws to boost contraceptives access for adolescents Jun 29, 2025

Allan Maleche, Executive Director of the Kenya Legal and Ethical Issues Network and one of the event’s organisers, challenged the reliance on age alon...

Mombasa stands out as June 25 anniversary protests remain peaceful amidst nationwide unrest Jun 26, 2025

The coastal city’s calm has largely been credited to two days of dialogue between regional police commanders and protest organisers, including youth g...

Ruto urges peaceful protests, thanks Raila for unity call as leaders push for stability, development Jun 25, 2025

Citing international examples, Odinga said protests are often coordinated with police to maintain order and urged Kenya to adopt the same approach.

Lamu County unveils refugee peacebuilding programme in Kiunga Jun 24, 2025

The multi-pronged programme includes community dialogues, psychosocial support, legal awareness campaigns, and economic empowerment projects.

Mombasa MCAs question water firm over missing funds, sewage discharge into the ocean Jun 24, 2025

The session, held at the County Assembly premises, brought together officials from the Auditor General’s office, MOWASSCO's top management, and severa...

Raila defends Kenyans’ right to protest, urges government to uphold constitutional freedoms Jun 24, 2025

Odinga reaffirmed that ODM is committed to championing the rights of all citizens, including access to food, shelter, education, healthcare, property,...

Financial autonomy: Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir urges Ruto to empower counties Jun 23, 2025

At present, most county assemblies do not receive funds directly from the National Treasury. Instead, they depend on governors and county finance depa...

Kilifi North MP Owen Baya blames KPLC for worsening water crisis, demands urgent action Jun 23, 2025

MP Owen Baya lamented that residents of Kilifi have been going for weeks without water due to repeated disconnections by the Kenya Power and Lighting...

Call for political unity in Coast region as leaders reflect on Karisa Maitha’s legacy Jun 23, 2025

The call was made during the burial of John Thoya Karisa, a Technical University of Mombasa lecturer and son of the late former Cabinet Minister Karis...

Maternal deaths in Kwale County surge past WHO threshold, prompting urgent calls for action Jun 22, 2025

Recent county statistics show Kwale now records 110 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births, surpassing the WHO’s alert level of 100 and rising from 9...

Break-in at MUHURI Lamu office sparks fears of intimidation ahead of planned protest Jun 22, 2025

In a statement, MUHURI said unknown individuals broke into the office through the rooftop in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Mombasa taps youth groups to lead waste collection in new clean-up drive Jun 22, 2025

The new model, set to begin on a trial basis from July 1, will see each CBO allocated a specific zone where they will be tasked with collecting solid...

Tide of change: Coastal women demand bigger role in blue economy Jun 19, 2025

Mercy Mghanga criticised the limited decision-making space granted to women in beach management units (BMUs), saying they often hold positions in name...

Mombasa police fail to charge four activists, drawing criticism over unlawful detention Jun 19, 2025

They appeared before Senior Resident Magistrate Gladys Olimo on Wednesday, but the court was informed that no charge sheet had been filed.

Abandoned dreams: Kwale’s Kichukwa locals demand justice over Sh38 million ghost stadium Jun 17, 2025

The community is now calling on the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to investigate the use of Sh38 million allocated to the project in 20...

ODM leaders, activists demand repeal of Cybercrimes Act over extrajudicial killings, disappearances Jun 17, 2025

The leaders said the controversial law is linked to the disturbing rise in cases of harassment, arbitrary arrests, abductions, and deaths of content c...

MPs demand swift action on stalled Jomvu link road project Jun 17, 2025

The MPs expressed frustration over the prolonged delay, attributing it to a contractor who abandoned the site, citing delayed government payments.

Governor Abdulswamad Nassir calls out Rigathi Gachagua over Mombasa Port stance Jun 16, 2025

According to Governor Abdulswamad, Gachagua was conspicuously silent during the port’s partial relocation to Nairobi.

Kenya Railways nears completion of Sh4.2 billion Mombasa SGR terminus, 26km city link line Jun 16, 2025

Once operational, the upgraded line will enable Madaraka Express passengers and users of all seven SGR stations in Mombasa to reach the central busine...

Falling trees at Uhuru Gardens prompt KEFRI probe amid public safety concerns Jun 16, 2025

Environmentalist Dr Mwinga Chokwe criticised the felling, warning that it threatens the ecological integrity of the park.

Wave of elder killings in Coast counties sparks alarm on abuse awareness day Jun 16, 2025

The Haki Yetu Organisation has revealed that at least 89 older people were murdered in Kilifi and Kwale counties between 2023 and 2025, with many of t...

Rewriting blood donation story: How Mombasa nurse is saving lives through mobile app Jun 15, 2025

RedSplash began humbly, with informal donation drives with friends, social media appeals, and borrowed hospital spaces. But what started as a grief-dr...

Mombasa takes healthcare to workplaces with launch of community health promoter desks Jun 15, 2025

County officials say the initiative is part of wider efforts to ease the disease burden through early detection and prompt intervention.

‘No justice, no teaching’: Kilifi teachers warn of disruptions over Ojwang’s death Jun 15, 2025

The teachers held a candlelight vigil in Malindi, mourning their colleague and voicing outrage over what they described as increasing risks facing tea...

Kilifi residents urged to stay safe as strong winds and high waves threaten coastline Jun 15, 2025

Fishermen, boat operators, and beachgoers have been warned against venturing into the ocean due to rough sea conditions, which pose a significant risk...

Two soldiers killed after military aircraft crashes in Kwale Jun 14, 2025

Kwale County Commissioner Stephen Orinde, confirming the incident, noted security authorities are already on the way to the site

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