Author: Farhiya Hussein

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

Residents celebrate improved access to health services as Mkongani is upgraded to Level 4 hospital Jun 12, 2025

The move has already enabled the facility to carry out surgical procedures, easing the burden on patients who previously had to travel as far as Coast...

Civil society slams exclusion of wildlife communities from public forums on Wildlife Bill, 2025 Jun 12, 2025

The organisations expressed outrage over the government’s failure to provide logistical support such as transport, accommodation, or accessible venues...

Government to proceed with construction of Uyombo Nuclear Plant amid environmental concerns Jun 12, 2025

Government Spokesperson Dr Isaac Mwaura assured residents that stringent international safety protocols are being followed to safeguard both public he...

Thousands join plastic pollution fight as Diani Beach festival kicks off in Kwale Jun 10, 2025

The initiative brings together more than 60 partners, including governmental and non-governmental organisations, for a series of workshops, exhibition...

Likoni MP Mishi Mboko leads anti-GBV campaign in Mombasa as calls for justice intensify Jun 10, 2025

The campaign, dubbed Komesha Dhuluma, seeks to mobilise national efforts against femicide and GBV, and was officially launched earlier at the Parliame...

Coast hoteliers urge tougher anti-pollution measures to protect marine life and boost tourism Jun 10, 2025

The industry stakeholders voiced concerns over the persistent dumping of waste, including disposable diapers, plastic bottles, and microplastics along...

Lamu peacebuilder honoured at UN Sasakawa Awards for disaster risk reduction Jun 09, 2025

Shee Kupi Shee was honoured during a ceremony held in Geneva for his exceptional work in building community resilience in areas affected by conflict,...

Taita Taveta’s Miasenyi residents celebrate after getting national IDs after three-day drive Jun 09, 2025

The Mashinani registration drive is part of a wider county strategy to reach underserved communities and make essential government services accessible...

Kwale seaweed farmers and fishers boosted with 13 boats to improve harvest and income Jun 09, 2025

Governor Fatuma Achani officially handed over the boats during World Seaweed Day celebrations at Mkunguni Beach Management Unit in Ramisi Ward, Msambw...

Malindi hospital performs first-ever hip replacement, giving new hope to patients in Kilifi Jun 08, 2025

Malindi Hospital Health Administrator, Said Ali Said, said the milestone surgery signals a shift in how patients in the region will access specialist...

Mombasa begins countywide fumigation to curb Chikungunya outbreak Jun 08, 2025

Common symptoms include sudden high fever, severe joint and muscle pain, rash, and headaches. In rare cases, it can cause bleeding. The illness typica...

Kwale governor mandates contracts for women, youth-owned firms in bid to fight poverty Jun 05, 2025

Governor Fatuma Achani the county government cannot absorb all job seekers, hence the need to support alternative means of employment through such emp...

Hope wears thin as Kilifi residents confront decades of land evictions, seek redress Jun 05, 2025

The move follows a nationwide outcry for redress over land displacements dating back to the 1980s.

Six suspects arrested in Mombasa in multi-million cybercrime bust Jun 05, 2025

The app enabled fraudsters to impersonate customer service agents, convincing victims to divulge sensitive information.

Women lead sanitation drive in Tana River to curb cholera ahead of floods Jun 04, 2025

With technical guidance and financial backing from the Supporting Community-Led Response initiative, more than 300 households constructed latrines and...

Mombasa authorities arrest developers, engineers defying stop orders after building collapse Jun 04, 2025

The arrests form part of heightened efforts to tackle rogue construction practices after the partial collapse of an 11-storey building in Kilifi Corne...

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