Kilifi County Stories

Malindi embraces inclusive tourism as local, foreign investors open doors to community
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 06, 2025

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 v...

Kilifi set to phase out KWS' control of Malindi and Watamu marine parks - Governor Mung’aro
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 06, 2025

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

Catherine Kenga gazetted as Kilifi County Assembly speaker
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 02, 2025

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,...

Fears of new cult deaths in Kilifi as court allows DCI to dig up Chakama Ranch's suspected mass graves
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 30, 2025

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

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

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

Court detains 11 suspects in Malindi over suspected Shakahola forest cult activities
Farhiya Hussein  |  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...

Poverty and hunger in Kilifi derailing education in Ganze, MP Kenneth Tungule warns
Farhiya Hussein  |  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 County urges striking nurses to resume duty, cites ongoing dialogue
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 12, 2025

The county government spokesperson, Jonathan Mativo, said the Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives (KNUN), Kilifi Branch, ignored a scheduled c...

Kilifi leaders urge fast resolution of IEBC deadlock, slam delays in Magarini by-election
Farhiya Hussein  |  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 moves Sh500 billion nuclear power plant to Siaya after Kilifi resistance, eyes 2034 commissioning
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 03, 2025

The proposed new site is Lwanda Kotieno in Rarieda Constituency, where government officials and political leaders say the local community has shown su...

Chilli farming transforms Kilifi economy as new processing plant boosts jobs and incomes
Farhiya Hussein  |  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.

Kilifi residents urged to stay safe as strong winds and high waves threaten coastline
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 15, 2025

Fishermen, boat operators, and beachgoers have been warned against venturing into the ocean due to rough sea conditions, which pose a significant risk...

Kilifi religious leaders unite to tackle early marriage and gender inequality in bold new campaign
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 26, 2025

The Health Hub Project is part of a global movement by Faith to Action Network, a consortium of over 215 religious organisations in 38 countries, cham...

Silent suffering: Kilifi women demand action on misdiagnosed ‘hidden’ disease in reproductive health
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 25, 2025

Female genital schistosomiasis, caused by parasitic worms from infected water, is often mistaken for an STI because of similar symptoms, leading to wr...

Spike in infant hydrocephalus cases alarms Kilifi doctors amid stigma, treatment gaps
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 24, 2025

Dr Matano Kibwana, a specialist at the hospital, disclosed that rural clinics are registering over 20 new cases of babies with hydrocephalus each mont...

Hope restored as locals receive life-saving surgeries at Kilifi’s first neurosurgical camp
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 20, 2025

Many of the patients treated during the camp stated they had previously been placed on long waiting lists or had completely lost hope of ever receivin...

Improved water and farming support from Red Cross brings joy to Kilifi residents
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 13, 2025

At the heart of the project is a high-capacity borehole that yields up to 33,000 litres of water per hour, supplying two separate water points—one for...

Kilifi County launches revenue awareness initiative to boost collections
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 26, 2025

Governor Mung’aro urged Kilifi residents to embrace tax compliance as a civic duty, stating that the success of the initiative would determine the cou...

Residents protest delays in appointing assistant chief for Nyari in Kilifi
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 14, 2025

However, Kilifi County Commissioner Josphat Biwott revealed that last year’s recruitment results had been nullified due to bribery allegations. He men...

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.

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...

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...

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.

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 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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