Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani Stories

Kwale County shifts focus from construction of new health facilities to upgrading existing ones
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 02, 2024

The governor noted that the focus would now shift towards ensuring that all existing facilities are adequately stocked with medicines, equipped with n...

Kwale residents, traders welcome new road projects to cost Sh Sh171 million
Mishi Gongo  |  Jul 13, 2024

Traders from Mangwei and Majoreni expressed optimism, highlighting how the previously dilapidated road had inflated their operational costs and hinder...

Kwale-produced film 'Mvera' premieres on Netflix after Oscars nomination
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 07, 2024

"Mvera" has been acclaimed not only for its cinematic qualities and unique portrayal of coastal life and culture but also for its potential to promote...

2 pick-ups seized while sneaking muguka into Kwale County
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 09, 2024

Nicky Gitonga, the communication director in the Office of the Governor, said the drivers of the vehicles were taken to the Kinango Police Station and...

Kwale tourism sector gets boost following upgrading of road leading to abandoned beaches
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 04, 2024

These beaches had been deserted due to insecurity and lack of proper access roads, leading to the collapse of businesses along the shores.

Kaya, Digo and Muslim leaders call for total muguka ban in Kwale
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 02, 2024

They say Governor Fatuma Achani's sharp increase of charges to Sh300,000 per lorry is not enough to curb addiction to the stimulant.

Kwale locals express discontent over unresolved land injustices on Madaraka Day
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 01, 2024

Locals also urged the county government to improve quality of education and agriculture. Despite having fertile farms, locals say the government has n...

Kwale says it will not ban muguka, Mombasa and Kilifi adamant
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 28, 2024

The counties' governors spoke after President William Ruto's directive on Monday, nullifying a ban by Mombasa, Kilfi, and Tana River counties.

Kwale mining: County seeks public views on use of Base Titanium land
Mishi Gongo  |  May 07, 2024

This is part of mine rehabilitation, a restoration process that ensures land used in mining is made available for economic activities, conservation, a...

Relief as Kwale County builds first ever mother-baby unit at Sh36.2m
Mishi Gongo  |  Apr 27, 2024

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 comp...

Kwale County launches initiative to save coconut trees from extinction
Mishi Gongo  |  Apr 25, 2024

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

New cassava processing plant transforms Kwale farmers' lives
Mishi Gongo  |  Apr 08, 2024

Achani challenged farmers to grow cassava on a large scale to keep up with the plant's milling process and attract a larger market.

Relief for residents as Kwale County takes steps to end perennial water shortage
Mishi Gongo  |  Mar 19, 2024

They have been forced to walk long distances to find the commodity and to share it with animals, risking water-borne diseases because of contamination...

Kwale Governor calls for parental support in teaching Islamic Education to curb social vices
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 17, 2024

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

Kwale TVET students benefit from Sh10m grant
Mishi Gongo  |  Mar 14, 2024

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

Kwale in fresh push to decentralise healthcare services to reduce maternal mortality
Mishi Gongo  |  Mar 09, 2024

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

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