lamu fishermen Stories
While the structure has only just been launched, it is already being hailed as a long-overdue solution, one that may finally bring relief to hundreds...
By channelling youthful energy into enterprise and equipping young minds with the tools to navigate the blue economy, the initiative offers hope in a...
Murkomen said investigations had uncovered a criminal syndicate protected by KWS officers and suggested that Odhiambo’s disappearance might be linked...
This decline, amounting to Sh805.29 million, was the first significant drop since 2020 when earnings fell by Sh681.61 million.
The government is increasing its security presence in the region to curb conflicts between the Turkana and Oromo communities.
Conducted on rats that exhibited a condition similar to type 2 diabetes, characterised by high blood sugar levels and impaired insulin effectiveness,...
Venant Ndighila, the head of disaster management operations at the Kenya Red Cross, said efforts to locate the missing persons are ongoing.
Ekimomor went missing on February 20, 2025 while fishing in Lake Nakuru, and his body was discovered the following day by fellow fishermen.
On Monday, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said none of the missing Kenyans had been found.
At Shanga-Ishakani in Lamu East Sub-County, the devolved unit is undertaking the construction of a seashore ladder, also known as a landing site for f...
Residents who spoke to The Eastleigh Voice expressed their joy following the launch of the construction of the seawall in their village.
Odhiambo was last seen on January 18, 2025, during a routine patrol by Kenya Wildlife Service officers near Lake Nakuru National Park.
The county has more than 40 landing sites but all of them are at risk of being grabbed by private developers as they lack proper documentation to help...
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The village has for years suffered many challenges, key among them being insecurity contributed by Al-Shabaab militants from neighbouring Somalia.
Among the issues, the fishers demand to be left out is the plan to build cold storage facilities for them.
The lake is also impacted by overgrazing and sand harvesting, pollution, and competition for its resources pitting farmers against pastoralists.
Fishing was an important part of daily life in Gaza before the war, helping people eke out a living by selling their daily hauls in the market and fee...
In the period under review, freshwater populations suffered the heaviest declines, falling by 85 per cent.
Shark fin soup is a delicacy in countries like China and Vietnam, where it is often served at weddings and banquets, further fuelling the demand.
He emphasised the importance of the assessment, noting that it helps the government better understand the Indian Ocean ecosystem and identify whether...
The families gave out their ancestral land for the establishment of the Lamu County headquarters at Mokowe.
The initiative seeks to demarcate and protect fish breeding sites, sheltered bays and river mouths to increase fish stocks and support local fishermen...
Joho defended the expenditure, explaining that the fish stock assessment is crucial for attracting investors to Kenya’s blue economy.
Ecotourism is sustainable tourism that seeks to promote the conservation and protection of the environment while providing opportunities for tourists...
President Ruto expressed optimism that more people will be drawn to the sector if the government makes fishing safe.
The village is also renowned for fishing, with a rich history in dhow building and repairs across the archipelago.
A total of 7,200 fingerlings were introduced into the ponds, marking the start of what is hoped to be a thriving enterprise for the Bonje community.
The government has set a deadline of eight to 12 months for the project's completion.
