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Kilifi County to establish special unit to combat drug theft
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 15, 2025

The decision follows the recent arrest of two county health officials accused of stealing drugs from Bamba Public Hospital in Ganze Constituency.

Police arrest Kilifi County driver with Sh100,000 drugs stolen from public hospital
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 12, 2025

Health CEC Peter Mwarogo said the recovered supplies were intended for Bamba Health Centre in Ganze Constituency but were diverted to a private pharma...

IEBC calls for swift justice after senior official killed in brutal robbery attack in Mombasa
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 06, 2025

The IEBC described the incident as a heinous act and called on security agencies to expedite investigations and apprehend the perpetrators.

Kilifi County secures major investments, signs six MoUs with investors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 11, 2024

Deputy Governor Flora Chibule announced that the new investments, backed by both local and international investors, are set to have a transformative i...

Kenyan truck drivers reject deal, prolonging standoff at South Sudan border
Amina Wako  |  Dec 09, 2024

The impasse, now in its twelfth day, stems from unresolved grievances over extortion, arbitrary arrests, and insecurity faced by drivers along the Jub...

Rehabilitation of key boreholes in Kilifi brings relief to over 50,000 Kaloleni residents
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 09, 2024

The project, led by Islamic Relief in collaboration with the Kilifi County Government, included installing solar-powered pumping systems, modern equip...

Kilifi County modernises healthcare with new electronic medical records system
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 09, 2024

The EMR system’s success in Kilifi highlights its potential for nationwide adoption, promising to revolutionise Kenya’s healthcare sector through digi...

Calls for patriotism take center stage as Ruto backs devolution in Kilifi
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 05, 2024

The President further urged counties to apply for the national government's commodities fund, noting that Kilifi could use the money to support the gr...

Kilifi residents threaten legal action over unpaid land compensation from KETRACO
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Nov 30, 2024

The residents have given KETRACO a 14-day ultimatum to pay up, or they will seek legal redress.

Court orders Parliament to set up commission to resolve county border disputes
Joseph Ndunda  |  Nov 22, 2024

Officials of Makueni and Kwale counties have been competing for ownership of the two towns on which Taita Taveta has laid claims.

Tanzanian arrested for defrauding Kilifi livestock trader detained as DCI probes fraud
Joseph Ndunda  |  Oct 28, 2024

The suspects will return to court on November 13 for a determination on whether they will be charged.

Addressing community concerns key for Kenya to achieve nuclear energy dream – Study
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 24, 2024

By 2015, Kenya had already developed a 15-year strategic plan for Kenya's nuclear power programme.

Quarry workers urge Lamu County to address poor working conditions amid high taxes
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 22, 2024

The quarry workers expressed their frustration that the devolved government has yet to visit them to assess their welfare or address the challenges th...

Government shuts down illegal mining operations in Kilifi to curb revenue loss
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 19, 2024

Speaking at the Kazungu mining site on Friday, Mwangi emphasised the government's zero-tolerance policy towards unlawful mining.

Kilifi fishermen call for protection of sharks as demand for fins rises
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 08, 2024

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.

Kilifi-based sacco launches digital overhaul to compete with fintech, enhance services
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 24, 2024

The CEO observed that the competitive landscape has evolved, with fintech and digital lenders now posing a greater challenge than traditional banks.

Kilifi turns to bank loans to pay staff as national government delays funding 
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 18, 2024

Governor Gideon Mung'aro said that the county had yet to receive its allocations for both July and August.

Include, consider, support local talents - Kilifi youths to county government
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 05, 2024

The main challenge we face as youths in Malindi is the lack of inclusivity.

Kilifi healthcare professionals embark on Dubai training programme to enhance skills development
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 19, 2024

The team will undergo specialised training in the fields of hospital management, emergency and critical care management, as well as oncology.

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