How table banking is transforming women's lives in Kwale County
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-05-19 08:07:17

How table banking is transforming women's lives in Kwale County

Kisanduku has offered a lifeline for many women living in the rural parts of Kwale County.

Discrimination and stigma pushing pregnant teenage girls to suicide
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-05-17 09:28:14

Discrimination and stigma pushing pregnant teenage girls to suicide

A Bill by Nominated Senator Miraj Abdillahi seeks to compel national and county governments to protect teen parents

Kwale schools impacted by floods to utilise social halls for reopening next week
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-05-10 09:30:01

Kwale schools impacted by floods to utilise social halls for reopening next week

On Friday Kwale County Governor Fatuma Achani said the county is moving fast to repair the 20 schools affected by the rains to allow students to resume studies.

Kwale youth transforming lives through education network
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-05-08 07:21:37

Kwale youth transforming lives through education network

They have been organising career talks, bringing in professionals from various fields to offer career guidance to students.

Kwale residents warned against misusing treated mosquito nets
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-05-03 08:19:14

Kwale residents warned against misusing treated mosquito nets

According to the deputy governor, the purpose of the mosquito nets is to shield locals from mosquito bites, which are the vector that spreads malaria.

Relief as Kwale County builds first ever mother-baby unit at Sh36.2m
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-04-27 09:32:37

Relief as Kwale County builds first ever mother-baby unit at Sh36.2m

The facility is the first of its kind in Kwale and is expected to serve residents across the county starting in July, taking just three months to complete. 

Kwale County launches initiative to save coconut trees from extinction
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-04-25 12:04:03

Kwale County launches initiative to save coconut trees from extinction

The seedlings were distributed in the 20 wards in the county. The first beneficiaries were residents of Tsimba Golini ward with each farmer receiving five seedlings each.

Kwale youth urged to turn Maskanis into business ventures
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-04-18 11:50:43

Kwale youth urged to turn Maskanis into business ventures

According to the lobby groups, there are lots of youth empowerment initiatives and chances offered by the government that, when taken advantage of, can result in better livelihoods and self-employment.

Police in Kwale County recover stolen goods worth over Sh1 million
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-04-04 13:52:43

Police in Kwale County recover stolen goods worth over Sh1 million

The crackdown was a result of an upsurge in criminal activities by the juvenile gang in the tourist town.

Kwale community health promoters get bicycles for easier movement
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-04-02 14:57:43

Kwale community health promoters get bicycles for easier movement

The CHPs advocate for underserved individuals or communities to receive services and resources to address health needs.

Kwale widows appeal for special kitty for their upkeep
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-03-31 13:36:21

Kwale widows appeal for special kitty for their upkeep

The widows decry exploitation saying they are deprived of inheritance once their husbands die.

Reject out-of-court settlement of child abuse cases, Kwale police tell parents
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-03-30 11:29:09

Reject out-of-court settlement of child abuse cases, Kwale police tell parents

Most parents opt for out-of-court settlements due to social stigma, County Commissioner Stephen Orinde says.

Kwale County calls for swift action on major infrastructure projects
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-03-29 12:14:05

Kwale County calls for swift action on major infrastructure projects

The slow progress has also been attributed partly to delays in payments to contractors, as reported by project implementation agencies.

How 19-year-old man turned rabbit rearing into profitable venture in Kwale
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-03-26 20:56:56

How 19-year-old man turned rabbit rearing into profitable venture in Kwale

Swaleh sells a mature rabbit for Sh10,000 and a litre of urine for Sh500, making about Sh50,000 a month.

Kwale Governor calls for parental support in teaching Islamic Education to curb social vices
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-03-17 11:12:48

Kwale Governor calls for parental support in teaching Islamic Education to curb social vices

Residents were also urged to use the ongoing Muslim fasting month of Ramadan to embrace the virtues of love, peace, and unity.

Kwale women urged to embrace agribusiness for financial independence
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-03-16 12:30:18

Kwale women urged to embrace agribusiness for financial independence

Ms Gaserego believes when women are financially empowered then they will be able to get away from various forms of abuse and shun barbaric cultures that are meant to oppress them.

Kwale TVET students benefit from Sh10m grant
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-03-14 09:44:27

Kwale TVET students benefit from Sh10m grant

The governor on Wednesday launched a TVET centre at Kingwede Ramisi Ward in Msambweni sub-county.

Kwale youths, NGOs kick off campaign against insecurity, SGBV after cases rise
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-03-13 13:33:37

Kwale youths, NGOs kick off campaign against insecurity, SGBV after cases rise

The campaign was prompted by rising cases of insecurity and sexual and gender-based violence in the Coast region, and the need to keep the youth out of criminal gangs.

Kwale youth urged to shun drugs, embrace talent
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-03-10 14:02:24

Kwale youth urged to shun drugs, embrace talent

According to the police chief, petty theft is common among drug users who need quick cash to feed their addictions.

Kwale in fresh push to decentralise healthcare services to reduce maternal mortality
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-03-09 14:53:17

Kwale in fresh push to decentralise healthcare services to reduce maternal mortality

The governor said the county has established 155 dispensaries, which are equipped with medicine and have qualified medical personnel across the county.