Coast

For many residents, the project is less about commercial air travel and more about improving access during medical emergencies, floods and droughts, which frequently leave parts of the county cut off from the rest of the country.

Coast leaders have criticised former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s call for tourists and investors to stay away from Kenya, warning that the remarks could hurt jobs, tourism and economic growth in the region.

The calls emerged during a multi-agency stakeholder and community forum on SGBV held at the Assistant County Commissioner's Boardroom in Bamba, where residents, justice sector agencies and local leaders discussed the challenges facing communities in Ganze Sub-County.

Police say the two murder suspects escaped from Kadzandani Police Station by cutting through a toilet window grille and scaling the perimeter wall, sparking a manhunt and an investigation into the security breach.

Omar said the project is expected to generate about 6,000 jobs and urged the government and investors to reserve at least 70 per cent of those positions, around 4,200 jobs, for indigenous residents of Lamu.

Police said analysis of CCTV footage captured during the incident allegedly shows the suspect using the recovered handcart to strike the deceased on the head, inflicting injuries that investigators believe significantly contributed to the victim's death.

The magistrate found that the defence had presented credible evidence demonstrating that the deceased had adopted the Muslim faith and openly practised it during his lifetime.

The DCI said the suspect was placed under medical observation after his arrest. Detectives reported that he has so far expelled 38 pellets containing suspected narcotic drugs weighing a total of 570 grams.

The governor said recent figures cited by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale should not be used to assess the performance of county health facilities because they covered both public and private health institutions across Mombasa.

The two leaders warned that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) could reconsider its support for the Broad-Based Government arrangement if government agencies continued to ignore the rule of law and failed to consult leaders on matters affecting their communities.

Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir said the government had begun reviewing the process of issuing identity cards to ensure all eligible Kenyans are treated fairly, regardless of their names, ethnicity or place of birth.

Organisers said between 40 and 50 tourists and participants travelled to Mombasa specifically for the two-day event, which was held in partnership with the Mombasa County Government and other business organisations.

The NG-CDF official was convicted of failing to comply with procurement procedures by approving the tender award without the legally required professional evaluation.

Lamu Governor Issa Timamy said the recognition reflects the importance of involving residents in decisions that affect their lives.

The clerics cited concerns over alleged excessive alcohol consumption, public indecency and drug abuse, calling on the government and organisers to introduce stricter measures to regulate such events.

KEPROBA Board Chairman Dennis Mwirigi said the agency would continue working with exporters and other stakeholders to strengthen market linkages, provide trade information and promote Kenyan products abroad.

The registration exercise comes amid rising concern over a new wave of criminal incidents targeting boda boda operators in Mtwapa.

Chakama Area Chief Raymond Charo told the court that he took part in the exhumation exercise and observed that several bodies had been laid to rest without clothing, without coffins and in shallow graves.

The agency said the disruption will affect consumers in Taru, Samburu, Mariakani, Rabai, Mazeras, Voi, Maungu and Mombasa West Mainland.

The system operates from three key locations: the Port Vessel Traffic Services Control Tower, the Ras Serani Signal Station and the Shimanzi Oil Terminal Radar Site.

The organisations said recent incidents involving peaceful demonstrations had raised concerns over the protection of constitutional rights, citing reports of excessive use of force, arbitrary arrests, enforced disappearances and deaths.

Prosecutors allege that the fire was not properly contained, allowing it to spread and destroy Duma Villa, a property owned by Nagia Dahmani and valued at Sh667 million.

Tuk-tuk operators in Mombasa have issued a seven-day ultimatum to the county government to withdraw new traffic penalties and lift a suspension on registration of new tuk-tuks, warning of protests and a possible shutdown if their demands are not met.

Police say preparations for the operation are complete after the expiry of a 60-day firearms amnesty, warning that anyone found with illegal weapons or inciting ethnic violence will face the law.

Governor Abdulswamad Nassir says riders accused of minor traffic offences should be trained rather than subjected to prolonged punishment, while insisting those facing criminal charges must face the law.

The governor also placed all county departments on high alert and instructed them to coordinate closely in mitigating the expected effects of flooding.

The initiative is intended to complement existing financing programmes and improve access to credit for agricultural production and other income-generating activities.

Pwani Patriotic Religious Leaders (PPRL) Chairperson Sheikh Abu Qatada said increasing tension at political gatherings was a threat to national stability if left unchecked.

The initiative aims to encourage residents to separate waste at household level before collection.

The sixth Changamka Festival in Mombasa has brought together young entrepreneurs from across Kenya, with business leaders calling for better market access, financing and infrastructure to help MSMEs grow and create jobs.

The initiative aims at honouring outstanding reporting, ethical journalism and impactful storytelling, with a particular focus on issues affecting communities along the Coast.

Police said preliminary accounts indicate that the confrontation began after the end of the function when supporters of rival political camps exchanged words, before the situation degenerated into disorder.

The fund is expected to support young entrepreneurs, women, persons with disabilities, cooperatives and small businesses through a county-managed lending programme aimed at improving access to finance.

The approval clears the way for implementation of the county’s budget, with the allocation expected to support government operations and planned projects across Mombasa’s 30 wards.

The training is being conducted by the Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM) in partnership with the Office of Mvita MP Mohamed Soud Machele through the Mvita Jitume Digital Hub.

Kaya elders will take the Magarini Moro Declaration to villages, schools and places of worship across Kilifi County, using cultural mentorship to curb teenage pregnancies and keep more girls in school.

Halima's relatives say they have searched several police stations without success after the woman's arrest, while the DCI says she is in custody over allegations linked to a national security investigation.

The meeting brought together CQI stakeholders who assessed the implementation of quality improvement activities and reviewed challenges and progress made within the county’s health sector.

KPA Managing Director Captain William Ruto said the arrival of the vessel marked an important development for Kenya’s cruise tourism industry, noting that most previous cruise arrivals had originated from Europe.

Mungatana urged senators sitting in the Senate Committee on Education to investigate the state of vocational training centres in Garsen and Bura constituencies, saying the institutions had failed to realise their intended purpose because of years of neglect and poor implementation of development projects.

The measures are expected to strengthen community resilience while complementing the work of the county's fire and rescue services.

Governor Dhadho Godhana has urged the National Government to investigate those behind the deadly inter-clan clashes in Tana River, release two arrested community elders, and strengthen security as the death toll rises to five.

According to detectives, the suspect had been under surveillance as investigations into the case progressed.

According to the survey, 23.8 per cent of the students interviewed said they could obtain Muguka near their schools, raising concerns over the availability of drugs and other harmful substances around learning institutions.

The authority says some developers are adding extra floors to buildings without obtaining the required approvals, despite the potential impact such changes can have on a structure's stability.

Police said Kombe’s hands had been tied, his mouth covered with tape, and he had sustained deep cuts on his stomach.

The union also appealed for its inclusion in the recruitment of seafarers, arguing that greater oversight would help curb fraudulent employment agencies and protect Kenyans seeking jobs at sea.

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir is pushing for an Open Skies policy and expanded international air links, saying greater connectivity is key to boosting tourism, attracting investment, creating jobs, and positioning the coastal city as a leading regional hub.

Lamu became the first county government in Kenya and the first local authority in Africa to win the UCLG Peace Prize for its community-driven peacebuilding and resilience model.

In the memorandum, the protesters maintained that while some families of victims and survivors had received financial support, the state had a duty to address the root cause of the violations by holding perpetrators accountable.

Witnesses under protection guided the court through key sites in Shakahola Forest, identifying Paul Mackenzie and seven co-accused while detailing alleged cult activities linked to the Shakahola and Kwa Binzaro deaths.