Author: Farhiya Hussein

Authority intervenes to end student unrest at Bandari Maritime Academy Mar 23, 2025

One of the contentious issues was an alleged Sh10,000 fee for industrial attachment, which students claimed was unfair.

20,000 tonnes of fertiliser arrive at Mombasa port as planting season starts Mar 23, 2025

Authorities have assured farmers that the fertiliser will be distributed efficiently, reaching key agricultural regions before the rains set in.

Journalist injured in attack by machete-wielding gang terrorising Kwale residents Mar 23, 2025

The spate of attacks has heightened concerns over insecurity in the area, with residents calling on authorities to take swift action before the situat...

Lamu intensifies efforts to market region as key tourist destination Mar 20, 2025

Key tourist destinations in Lamu County include Shella, Ras Kitau, Matondoni, Kipungani, Kiwayu, Manda Island, Takwa, Siyu, Pate and surrounding areas...

Vaco da Gama Pillar: A five centuries-old identity that makes Malindi distinct Mar 19, 2025

Many tourists from around the globe are always fascinated to visit Malindi due to the fact that the town has unique tourist attraction sites and monum...

Tourism boost as MV Viking Sky cruise ship docks at Mombasa Port with 845 passengers Mar 19, 2025

Unlike most cruise liners that make brief stops, MV Viking Sky will stay for three days, giving visitors ample time to explore the city's rich cultura...

Bandari Maritime Academy students protest over fees and training challenges Mar 17, 2025

The students vowed to continue boycotting classes until their grievances were addressed, insisting that without urgent reforms, the institution would...

Women in Tana River urged to embrace blue economy to improve economic wellbeing Mar 17, 2025

The BlueBiz programme is a lifeline for many women in coastal Kenya, particularly in Tana River County, where economic opportunities have been limited...

Take voter registration seriously, Coast, North Eastern leaders tell Kenyans Mar 16, 2025

They emphasised the importance of civic engagement, arguing that political representation begins with voter registration and active participation in n...

Tension as Al-Shabaab insurgents storm Mangai village in Boni Forest, preach to locals Mar 16, 2025

The incident happened on Saturday evening around 6 pm when residents, most of whom are Muslims, were preparing for the evening prayers and breaking th...

Shaffi Sheikh Noor’s family demands answers four years after his abduction Mar 16, 2025

Shaffi was abducted by unidentified individuals moments after being acquitted of terror-related charges by a Garissa court.

How Kwale youth are transforming madafu waste into eco-friendly resources Mar 15, 2025

Their initiative, which began as a beach clean-up exercise, has now evolved into a full-scale environmental conservation effort aimed at tackling clim...

Japanese naval vessels dock in Mombasa as part of Indo-Pacific deployment Mar 14, 2025

The vessels departed from Japan on January 4 for their mission, which aims to enhance maritime security, strengthen cooperation with partner navies, a...

IG of Police Kanja warns against bribery, urges officers to be content with their salaries Mar 12, 2025

Kanja emphasised that officers must remain content with their salaries, however small, and focus on executing their mandate within the law.

Livestock vaccination campaign offers much-needed relief to Lamu farmers Mar 10, 2025

The timing is crucial, as livestock vessels have already docked at the Lamu Port, preparing to export disease-free animals to Oman.

Wiyoni: Lamu’s 'Little Dubai' which has embraced modernity amidst centuries-old culture Mar 09, 2025

Homeowners in Wiyoni have been enjoying the freedom to build their homes without any restrictions on the architectural rule or blueprint to follow.

Valued assets: Precious Lamu donkeys priced more than motorcycles Mar 09, 2025

The native Lamu donkey is an integral part of the Lamu Old Town’s culture and heritage.

Auditor General’s report exposes ethnic bias, employment malpractices in Tana River county Mar 06, 2025

The revelations of ethnic bias, failure to employ PLWDs, and salary deduction irregularities have exposed significant governance and administrative ch...

Mombasa UDA members decry exclusion from party affairs amid Ruto, Raila talks Mar 04, 2025

The supporters want the cooperation to focus on service delivery to the citizenry rather than the distribution of positions for leaders who recently j...

Caught between culture and conservation: Why Boni people are unhappy with KWS Mar 03, 2025

Batika Delo of Milimani says banning the Bonis from hunting inside Boni Forest was the biggest injustice that the government has done.

Raila demands justice for police brutality victims as ODM seeks to revamp grassroots support Mar 02, 2025

ODM officials said the ongoing consultations would culminate in a comprehensive position paper that will guide the party’s future political direction.

Mombasa court convicts 4 Tanzanians for smuggling uncustomed goods, orders forfeiture to KRA Mar 02, 2025

Kenya Revenue Authority successfully applied to the Commissioner of Customs and Border Control for the forfeiture of the goods.

Refugee crisis in Kiunga: Lamu County heightens medical surveillance to prevent disease outbreak Mar 02, 2025

At least 482 refugees, mostly women and children, are being hosted by local families in Kiunga after they fled clashes that erupted between the Somali...

Investors welcome opening of Standard Investment Bank in Mombasa Feb 28, 2025

The office, located at Nyali Centre on Links Road, marks SIB's second branch outside Nairobi as the bank celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.

Coastal counties on the spot for irregular retention of retirees, underpaying staff Feb 27, 2025

The report highlights widespread breaches of public service regulations across coastal counties, raising concerns about transparency, accountability,...

Kilifi County launches revenue awareness initiative to boost collections Feb 26, 2025

Governor Mung’aro urged Kilifi residents to embrace tax compliance as a civic duty, stating that the success of the initiative would determine the cou...

Lamu men's crisis: Calls grow for rescue centre to address rising suicide cases Feb 25, 2025

This follows increased cases of suicide among the men, especially in Mpeketoni Division of Lamu West.

Lamu girls get bicycles to curb school dropouts, unwanted pregnancies Feb 24, 2025

The donation provides much-needed relief to students who had previously endured long walks of several kilometres each day to attend classes.

Solar power boost for Taita Taveta as county government secures deal for supply of 600 MW Feb 23, 2025

Under the agreement, Miale Power Company will generate approximately 600 megawatts of solar power through a Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model, provid...

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