Kwale County Stories

Maternal deaths in Kwale County surge past WHO threshold, prompting urgent calls for action
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 22, 2025

Recent county statistics show Kwale now records 110 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births, surpassing the WHO’s alert level of 100 and rising from 9...

Abandoned dreams: Kwale’s Kichukwa locals demand justice over Sh38 million ghost stadium
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 17, 2025

The community is now calling on the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to investigate the use of Sh38 million allocated to the project in 20...

KDF probes military plane crash in Kwale that claimed lives of instructor and trainee pilot
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 15, 2025

The Saturday incident involved a Grob 120A aircraft that went down near Mwakijembe Primary School in Mafundani village while on a routine training fli...

Courts in Isiolo, Marsabit among 42 set for digitisation in Sh250 million tech upgrade
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 15, 2025

The digitisation project will also allow courts to manage cases electronically, conduct video hearings and streamline communication among staff and st...

Kwale seaweed farmers and fishers boosted with 13 boats to improve harvest and income
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 09, 2025

Governor Fatuma Achani officially handed over the boats during World Seaweed Day celebrations at Mkunguni Beach Management Unit in Ramisi Ward, Msambw...

Kwale governor mandates contracts for women, youth-owned firms in bid to fight poverty
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 05, 2025

Governor Fatuma Achani the county government cannot absorb all job seekers, hence the need to support alternative means of employment through such emp...

Kwale County launches digital revenue system to modernise payments, boost efficiency
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 02, 2025

Governor Fatuma Achani said the digital transformation will greatly improve how the county collects revenue, making the process easier especially for...

From despair to renewal: Kwale farmers restore degraded land through tree regeneration
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 22, 2025

Widespread tree cutting for charcoal and expansion of farmland stripped the soil of its natural cover, causing severe erosion and depleting the ground...

Senators warn Kwale County over missing legal frameworks
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 29, 2025

During their visit to the county, Committee Chairperson Senator Mwenda Gataya from Tharaka Nithi led his team in expressing their concerns over what t...

Kwale County on the spot as Senate tour uncovers project failures
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 29, 2025

The Diani Bus Park, touted by the governor as fully operational, revealed a different story. The facility, which was supposed to serve as a matatu ter...

How Kwale youth are transforming madafu waste into eco-friendly resources
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 15, 2025

Their initiative, which began as a beach clean-up exercise, has now evolved into a full-scale environmental conservation effort aimed at tackling clim...

Locals around Kwale’s Mwache Dam embrace strategies to reshape region’s future
Farhiya Hussein  |  Nov 21, 2024

According to the Water Resources Authority, the introduction of alternative ways of earning livelihood has also been a game-changer.

Seaweed farming brings hope to Kwale residents hit by climate change
Reuters  |  Nov 15, 2024

In 2022, the industry produced almost 100 tonnes of seaweed worth more than $30,000 (Sh3.9 million).

Inside the hidden struggles of women with disabilities in Kwale
Halima Gongo  |  Sep 24, 2024

Human Rights Agenda is the only non-governmental organisation in Kinango mentoring people with disabilities.

Kwale’s community wellness fun day reconnecting parents with their children
Mishi Gongo  |  Aug 30, 2024

The occasion provided a platform for both parents and children to engage in activities that foster mutual understanding.

Kwale Speaker denies allegations of shielding 'dismissed' MCAs from accountability
Mishi Gongo  |  Aug 23, 2024

The Speaker reiterated that he does not have the authority to fire or declare an MCA seat vacant and that the task lies with the IEBC.

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.

Construction of electric fence begins, to combat human-wildlife conflict in Kwale
Mishi Gongo  |  Aug 13, 2024

The electric fence is expected to act as a critical barrier against these wildlife attacks, providing more protection and security for local populatio...

Alarm over rising measles cases in Kwale as child vaccinations drop
Mishi Gongo  |  Aug 09, 2024

Current statistics indicate that over 4,000 children in Matuga have not received the routine vaccines.

Kwale County wins territorial dispute: Mackinnon Road confirmed as part of Kwale
Mishi Gongo  |  Jul 29, 2024

Earlier in June, NLC undertook a fact-finding mission with stakeholders from both counties, revisiting colonial administrative boundaries that will he...

Kwale community group advocates for women's health, tackles stigma and cultural barriers
Mishi Gongo  |  Jul 26, 2024

The initiative aims to break down barriers and ensure women receive the healthcare they need, fostering a healthier and more informed community.

Several youth arrested during protests in Ukunda, Kwale County
Mishi Gongo  |  Jul 23, 2024

According to eyewitnesses, the youth had convened at their usual meeting point near Naivas supermarket when police swiftly moved in to make arrests.

How youth empowerment initiative is transforming lives in Kwale
Mishi Gongo  |  Jul 12, 2024

Spearheaded by Samba Sports Youth Agenda, this initiative seeks to empower youth by providing them with technical training.

Kwale residents, KWS and county officials partner in town cleanup
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 30, 2024

The exercise, organised by Kwale Municipality and conducted in Kwale town and its environs, aimed to ensure market centres, streets, hospitals, and ot...

Kwale initiates Sh20 million project for tourism infrastructure upgrade
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 26, 2024

The initiative includes upgrading transportation networks and developing new tourist attractions, aligning with the county's broader vision to enhance...

Gallant men in Kwale join push to end myths surrounding fistula
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 17, 2024

Due to pervasive myths, women afflicted with this condition are often hidden away by their families who believe they are bewitched or cursed.

Kwale County to host 2024 Mashujaa Day celebrations
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 12, 2024

This is the first time Kwale County will host a national public holiday and the second time a coastal county will host a national event.

Kwale County breaks ground on Sh4.1m curving workshop for local traders
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 09, 2024

The workshop is estimated to accommodate more than 200 traders who have been conducting their businesses under the scorching sun or leaking makeshift...

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