Malindi Stories

Opinion: Help Malindi regain its glory as a premier tourist destination
Mohamed Ahmed  |  Aug 17, 2024

All stakeholders, led by the county government of Kilifi, should put in place immediate and strategic interventions to restore Malindi to its former s...

Help Malindi regain its glory as a premier tourist destination
Mohamed Ahmed  |  Aug 17, 2024

The decline in tourism has had a visible impact on the local economy. Businesses that once thrived on the influx of visitors are now struggling, and t...

Malindi residents raise alarm over improper disposal of medical waste
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 18, 2024

The residents' concerns highlight the urgent need for proper waste management and increased awareness among drug users about the dangers of improper d...

Kilifi County addresses dialysis machine issues at Malindi Sub County Hospital
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 16, 2024

The county administration says that as a result there may be delays in providing dialysis treatment to patients due to the limited number of functioni...

Sh5.2 million diaspora-driven project set to revitalise Malindi's tourism sector
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 01, 2024

The investors, who are primarily Kenyans residing in the USA and Kenya, chose Malindi for its proximity to the airport, pristine beaches, and nearby n...

Tourism boost as Mombasa wins bid to host East African Inter-Parliamentary Games
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 05, 2024

From December 6 to 19, 2024, Mombasa is expected to welcome over 1,500 MPs and Senators from East African parliaments, along with their support staff.

Malindi residents threaten to demolish private project on community land
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 22, 2024

The association said the private developer invaded the 13-acre parcel and does not have genuine documentation.

Kilifi man gets 50 years in jail for sexually assaulting his nephew
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 15, 2024

Malindi Senior Principal Magistrate Olga Onalo sentenced Said Kashuru Baya on Wednesday after finding him guilty of the offence of incest.

Malindi hosts conference to build Africa's first green metropolis in Kilifi
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 11, 2024

McCollough and fellow delegates were welcomed by Prof Lucas Njenga, CEO of Proximity Point Group, at Malindi International Airport before the conferen...

Shakahola massacre: Families to receive victims' bodies next Tuesday
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 20, 2024

Out of the 429 victims whose remains investigators have found so far in mass graves in the Shakahola Forest in Kilifi County, 34 have been identified.

New campaign launched to make Malindi Africa's top tourist destination
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 12, 2024

The Malindi Municipality Board says it is fully committed to showcasing Malindi's unique charm and attractions to the global tourism market.

New Malindi hospital's eight-bed ICU to serve three counties
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 26, 2024

The facility marked a significant step in ensuring the Malindi Sub-county Hospital is well-equipped to respond to emergencies.

Two brothers claim ownership of archaeological site Gedi Ruins
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Jan 12, 2024

Brothers Mohamed Abdi and Abdullahi Abdi say they will not rest until the truth about their ancestors is revealed.

A glimpse into Malindi, Kenya's tranquil coastal haven
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Dec 28, 2023

Embarking on an 8-hour journey from Nairobi leads to the serene town of Malindi, a peaceful escape distinct from the lively bustle of Mombasa. Tucked...

Malindi MP Mnyazi calls for probe into maritime incident response protocols
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 28, 2023

The Member of Parliament for Malindi, Aisha Mnyazi, has officially requested a detailed report from the Departmental Committee on Administration and I...

Four missing Malindi fishermen found alive on Chinese ship
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 26, 2023

The families of the rescued fishermen will have to wait until February for their reunion as the ship is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka before then.

Severe flooding cuts off Mbogolo Bridge along Mombasa-Malindi road
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 25, 2023

The Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA) has confirmed that severe flooding has cut off the Mbogolo Bridge along the Mtwapa-Kilifi (A7) Road.

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