Author: Farhiya Hussein

Nine counties to collaborate on River Tana protection and water security plan Jul 24, 2025

The joint framework—championed by Tana River Governor Dhadho Godhana—will bring together counties including Meru, Garissa, Tharaka Nithi, Machakos, Mu...

Boost for communities as Kwale unveils marine hatchery, seaweed centre Jul 24, 2025

The marine hatchery is expected to boost aquaculture by supplying fingerlings and other aquatic species, while the Kibuyuni facility will enable local...

Coast civil society groups demand inclusive dialogue to calm unrest Jul 24, 2025

The human rights advocates cautioned that any attempts to restore national unity without genuine engagement from all sectors of society would be futil...

UASU sues KEMRI over plan to retire scientists, professors before age 74 Jul 24, 2025

The University Academic Staff Union argues that KEMRI’s decision to retire staff at 65 is unlawful and violates an existing collective bargaining agre...

Free spine care camp transforms lives in Watamu as over 4,000 treated in one week Jul 23, 2025

Chiropractic therapy is a drug-free treatment for musculoskeletal disorders, especially those affecting the spine, using manual adjustments to relieve...

Mombasa water firm faces tough questions over asset records, fleet condition Jul 23, 2025

Highlighting the need to prevent disputes from arising and escalating, the resolution further called on Member States to take “necessary measures for...

KMTC planned expansion brings relief to Tana River’s healthcare sector Jul 22, 2025

He assured residents of his administration’s commitment to working closely with KMTC to achieve sustainable improvements in health service provision.

Governor Mung’aro reshuffles Cabinet as Kenga becomes county assembly speaker Jul 22, 2025

The move comes after the former Roads CECM, Catherine Kenga, was elected as the new Speaker of the Kilifi County Assembly during a special session hel...

UDA women leaders demand removal of Nyali MP from PSC over disloyalty, divisive politics Jul 21, 2025

Led by Youth Enterprise Development Fund Board Chairperson and UDA member Fatma Barayan, the leaders expressed concern over what they termed as intern...

Court detains 11 suspects in Malindi over suspected Shakahola forest cult activities Jul 21, 2025

The arrests follow renewed fears of a revival of the Paul Mackenzie-led Shakahola cult, whose mass graves, uncovered in 2023, shocked the nation and d...

Malindi police recover body, two skulls, rescue four near Shakahola Forest Jul 21, 2025

Three of those rescued, all women, appeared frail and were immediately rushed to Malindi Sub-County Hospital for medical attention.

Mombasa Hajj agents cry foul over SUPKEM's control, seek State intervention Jul 21, 2025

The Hajj and Umrah Association of Kenya claims that SUPKEM has overreached its mandate by imposing hefty charges and excluding key players from essent...

Rehabilitation of Ikanga Airstrip begins, paving way for economic growth in Taita Taveta Jul 20, 2025

Preparatory works, including bush clearing and light grading, are currently underway, spearheaded by the County Department of Transport and Infrastruc...

Kilifi fisherfolk demand direct access to fishing gear, decry unfair distribution by local leaders Jul 20, 2025

The fishers said access to modern gear such as outboard engines, life jackets, and advanced nets would not only boost their daily catch but also enhan...

Mombasa County moves to elevate Coast General to Level 6 status amid major upgrades Jul 20, 2025

The move follows the groundbreaking ceremony for a modern funeral home within the hospital grounds, a key development expected to expand mortuary capa...

Residents push for revival of 'white card' jobs to curb unemployment in Mombasa Jul 17, 2025

The casual labour programme, scrapped 16 years ago, allowed the port authority to hire workers on short-term renewable contracts, providing a critical...

Justus Nyarandi appointed Kenya Maritime Authority director general Jul 17, 2025

Justus Nyarandi’s appointment is expected to inject new energy into these efforts as Kenya positions itself as a maritime hub in East and Central Afri...

From fish to forests: Women in Kenya’s Coast restore mangroves to combat climate change Jul 16, 2025

In Mkupe, a once-thriving fishing village near Mombasa, life has changed drastically as prolonged heatwaves, vanishing mangroves, and declining fish s...

Poverty and hunger in Kilifi derailing education in Ganze, MP Kenneth Tungule warns Jul 15, 2025

Ganze, one of the least developed areas in Kilifi County, continues to face widespread food insecurity, poor access to essential services, and low sch...

Kilifi leaders push for Malindi Airport expansion to revive tourism Jul 15, 2025

The leaders said upgrading the airport would allow direct international flights, particularly from Europe, thereby restoring Malindi’s status as a lea...

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir shakes up Cabinet in major reshuffle Jul 15, 2025

In the reshuffle, several serving County Executive Committee Members (CECMs) were moved to new roles.

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.

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