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His followers were instructed to fast without food or water until death. The chilling plan, they testified, had an order: children first, then women, followed by men, and finally Mackenzie himself.

According to residents, the trench digging has disrupted businesses, restricted access to shops, and damaged sections of pedestrian walkways.

Sensitisation forums on the impact of alcohol and drug abuse (ADA) will be initiated at workplaces and in the informal sector, targeting boda boda riders, juakali artisans and matatu crews, among others.

The case, initially handled at the Malindi High Court, was transferred to Mombasa following a directive by Chief Justice Martha Koome, citing the scale and complexity of the proceedings.

The probe follows accusations by Old Town fisherfolk that the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) deposited dredged sand, silt, clay, gravel, and debris onto critical fishing grounds, severely depleting fish stocks.

The new irrigation systems source water from boreholes, underground springs, dams, and water pans—bringing much-needed relief to communities where growing seasons were once painfully short.

Family sources confirmed that the children will be buried in Mombasa on Thursday after a post-mortem examination.

The arrests are part of a broader security offensive across the coastal strip aimed at curbing violent crime, gang activity, and drug-related offences.

State Counsel Alex Ndiema and Victor Simbi told the court that investigators had uncovered new leads which could result in the arrest of more suspects and an expanded list of witnesses.

Mwendwa had posted a series of derogatory statements about Shee’s parentage and background, prompting a two-year legal battle.

The exercise, organised in partnership with the Kenya Red Cross and other stakeholders, targets families and visitors expected to flock to the beaches during the August school holidays.

Through their Beach Management Unit (BMU), the fishers accused a KPA dredger of dumping sand, silt, clay, gravel, and seabed debris onto their fishing areas, drastically reducing fish stocks.

According to the county’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the victims may have died from starvation and suffocation linked to cult practices that have plagued the area in recent years.

The move follows a spate of fire outbreaks in July and August, which, according to county records, destroyed at least 28 properties and vehicles in just over a month.

Haki Africa Executive Director Yusuf Abubakar described the compensation plan as a positive first step but said it would be meaningless without holding perpetrators to account.

Mwamiri described the move as a blatant weaponisation of power and vowed to resist what he termed political coercion.

Each is now expected to train at least 50 farmers in their area, enabling them to adopt better aquaculture practices and earn more from the trade.

The vessel’s arrival is seen as a major boost for Lamu’s ambitions to become a key transhipment hub for global trade routes linking Africa, Europe, Asia and the Americas.

KPA Managing Director Capt. William Ruto said the order follows a yard audit, which identified numerous uncollected containers and goods that had been recommended for destruction.

Led by Old Town MCA Abdirahman Hussein, the legislators reaffirmed their vote to replace Athman Mwamiri with Priscillah Mema Mumba as the Leader of the Majority Party.

In his detailed ruling, Magistrate Mulama pointed out that Mwendwa’s use of the term mwanaharamu—a word the court recognised as highly offensive and stigmatising in both religious and cultural contexts—had significantly harmed the complainant’s personal and family reputation.

Tensions have escalated in areas such as Waa/Ng’ombeni, where residents allege that private developers and politically connected individuals have taken over public and community land.

Tensions flared in Ukunda after a public forum organised by KWS to discuss proposed changes to park entry fees was abruptly cut short following strong opposition from residents and local officials.

A key symbol of this shift is the launch of Billionaire Plaza, a retail space within the upscale Billionaire Resort, now welcoming not just high-end visitors but also ordinary Kenyans and budget travellers.

The drill, which happened on Tuesday, caused panic among some airport users who thought a real emergency was taking place.

The leadership change was triggered by a resolution passed by ODM members, which endorsed Ganjoni MCA, Priscilla Mema Mumba, as the new Majority Leader.

Governor Gideon Mung’aro said plans are underway to phase out KWS’ control of the two marine parks and transition operations to county management.

Francis Auma, who serves as MUHURI’s Rapid Response Officer, claims he was attacked while at the airport shortly after dropping off a colleague.

The accused, Gakiza Sulemani and Nkunubumwe Celecius, appeared before Senior Resident Magistrate David Odhiambo, where they faced charges relating to the unlawful dealing in and possession of wildlife trophies without a valid permit.

Inside the compound, investigators discovered an assortment of laboratory equipment and various chemicals believed to be used in the processing and manufacture of narcotics.

The 230-metre stretch, earmarked for upgrades by KURA and the Mombasa County Government, is part of ongoing efforts to improve drainage infrastructure, enhance road safety, and support pedestrian and cyclist mobility within the city’s northern corridor.

The senators expressed concern that since 2023, the continued storage of the bodies in two mobile mortuaries has stalled the hospital’s expansion plans and created a public health hazard due to foul odours and escalating electricity costs.

The innovative platform connects farmer cooperatives with veterinary experts, vaccine suppliers, and key partners, including Safaricom and Mifugo 360, streamlining service delivery and boosting efficiency at the grassroots level.

The senators, led by Chairperson Dr Oburu Odinga, also received updates on emergency operations in Lake Victoria and broader efforts to protect marine and inland ecosystems.

Kenga’s elevation to Speaker follows the removal of her predecessor, Teddy Mwambire, who was ousted through a vote of no confidence on June 30, 2025, over allegations of misconduct and violations of the Constitution.

Officers allegedly directed Mwagodi to file the complaint at Diani Police Station, arguing it was his first point of contact upon re-entering Kenya.

The suspects were apprehended on Friday, August 1 after officers acted on a public tip-off that led them to a hideout in the Ngeneni area, where weapons and drugs were also seized.

The land was illegally allocated to Kizingo Apartments Limited and later transferred to Kizingo Condominium Limited in 2011. Following investigations by EACC, a recovery suit was filed in July 2020 at the Environment and Land Court in Mombasa.

The initiative is expected to empower facility heads with the necessary tools to manage resources more effectively and align operations with national and county health financing frameworks.

The decision was prompted by Frere Town Ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) Mariam Baimu, who called for urgent intervention from the Mombasa County Assembly’s Health Committee.

A Malindi court has now authorised the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to conduct exhumations at the homestead to determine if more bodies are buried there.

A Malindi court has now granted the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) permission to exhume more suspected mass graves in Binzaro village.

Survivors rescued from the area were reportedly unable to account for the whereabouts of several children, prompting fears that more victims may be buried within the area.

The court heard that within the secluded Shakahola forest, individuals were designated specific responsibilities, including village leadership, enforcement of discipline, and internal security.

Relatives of the missing fishermen are also calling on the government to step up efforts in the search and to address long-standing safety concerns faced by artisanal fishers.

Mackenzie, who is currently held at Shimo La Tewa Prison, expressed his frustration and shock through his lawyer Lawrence Obonyo, stating that he has had no contact with anyone outside prison since his arrest in April 2023.

The governor disclosed that the county is in the final stages of clearing permits for a group of Canadian investors who plan to set up an ambitious ‘Organic City’ within Tana River.

The elders, visibly angered by the attempts, argue that the scheme is a thinly veiled attempt to dispossess them of their ancestral shrines to pave the way for private development.

Husna further expressed her hopes that the DLGP will enhance food and nutrition security, livelihoods, and promote sustainable development through equitable and secure access to, and proper management of, community land.

The joint framework—championed by Tana River Governor Dhadho Godhana—will bring together counties including Meru, Garissa, Tharaka Nithi, Machakos, Murang’a, Embu, Lamu, and Kitui.

On Wednesday, the Environment and Land Court in Mombasa ruled that Agil Mahmud was holding the land illegally.