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10 counties, including Garissa, Mombasa flagged as hotspots for youth substance abuse
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 05, 2025

The Ministry of Health also expressed concern over substance use among the young working population aged between 25 and 35, noting that around 1.5 mil...

Mombasa building demolition: Taskforce granted 7-day extension to complete probe on regulatory failures
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 04, 2025

Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir issued Executive Order No. 5 of 2025, granting the extension after the taskforce cited the substantial scope of wo...

Mombasa Phoenix wins Palestine Freedom cup 7-a-side tournament
Yassin Juma  |  May 03, 2025

After a series of intense knockout rounds, Mombasa Phoenix emerged as champions, edging out the formidable Muslim Brothers in a closely fought final.

Healthcare takes lion’s share in Mombasa’s Sh14.6 billion budget for 2025/2026
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 29, 2025

Part of the funds will go towards the construction of Kongowea Level 4 Hospital, the refurbishment of Likoni Sub-County Hospital.

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad hits out at State over withheld road funds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 29, 2025

The standoff comes as Mombasa battles collapsing infrastructure, with roads becoming nearly impassable during the rainy season.

Senator Mohammed Faki calls for urgent action to address Mombasa's poor exam results
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 28, 2025

He attributed part of the problem to a lack of serious conversations between parents, teachers, and leaders about academic performance.

Kilifi's Kidutani squatters win legal battle to retain land allocated over four decades ago
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 26, 2025

The squatters feared that re-opening the settlement process would rob them of their rightful land, especially since they had received allotment letter...

Body retrieved from collapsed septic tank in Bamburi Mwisho
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 22, 2025

The authorities said it was the only body which was trapped inside after a thorough search.

Optimism in Mombasa as Salaam Microfinance Bank opens Shari’ah-compliant branch
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 19, 2025

The launch on Saturday drew local dignitaries, community leaders, and hundreds of residents eager to witness the arrival of a Shari’ah-compliant finan...

NTSA to install high-tech speed cameras on major Nairobi roads to curb speeding
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 17, 2025

Njau noted that the agency has concluded testing fixed speed cameras along major Nairobi roads, including Thika Super Highway, Mombasa Road and Southe...

Kenya’s gang crisis: Report exposes 309 criminal groups gripping major counties
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 17, 2025

Dreaded gangs are characterised by their use of sharp weapons such as pangas and poisoned arrows, extreme violence, and involvement in drug peddling o...

Security agencies announce stringent measures ahead of Easter festivities along Kenyan Coastline
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 15, 2025

In addition to road safety, the regional police commander warned beachgoers to vacate the shores by 6 pm.

Governor Abdulswamad tables proposal to curb abuse of prescription drugs in Mombasa
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 15, 2025

Under the proposed framework, the sale of addictive prescription drugs would be limited to pharmacies based in Level 4 and higher hospitals.

Body of missing man recovered from collapsed building in Mombasa
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 13, 2025

The deceased was last seen on April 2 on CCTV footage entering the building, shortly after which, a week later, it was brought down by the Kenya Defen...

Explosive demolition of unsafe building in Mombasa leaves nearby homes, businesses damaged
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 09, 2025

During the demolition, a loud explosion ripped through Mombasa Island, sending a massive cloud of dust into the air. Though the operation ended withou...

Mombasa forms task force to probe fatal building collapse, safety lapses
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 09, 2025

The County Government has confirmed that there is compelling evidence pointing to professional negligence, compliance failures, and potential malpract...

Search underway as man is killed in collapsing Mombasa building
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 09, 2025

CCTV footage retrieved from a nearby premises shows Yusuf walking into the building with the caretaker, moments before the structure’s first floor gav...

It was an 'act of God', developers of doomed Mombasa building say as they defend compliance
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 09, 2025

The developers attributed the unexpected failure to a geotechnical shift—a movement in the earth’s structure that was not anticipated and, according t...

KDF officers deployed to demolish sinking 11-storey building in Mombasa
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 08, 2025

The building, located at Kilifi Corner, Fayaz Estate, along Abdel Nasser Road, started sinking on April 2, 2025, triggering mass evacuations of nearby...

Evacuation starts as Mombasa readies for controlled demolition of dangerous building
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 08, 2025

Patients at the Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital, which lies within the danger zone, have been moved.

Murkomen declares war on Mombasa politicians funding criminal gangs
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 07, 2025

Murkomen said the government is determined to eliminate those who support drugs, gangs, and other forms of criminal activity, calling for collaboratio...

Governor Abdulswamad announces stern action against machete-wielding gangs in Mombasa
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 07, 2025

As part of the new directives, the county will also introduce regulations compelling machete sellers to maintain records of buyers, a move aimed at bo...

Interior CS Murkomen clarifies robbery incident targeting tourist involved lone criminal, not gangs
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 07, 2025

Murkomen clarified that the incident, which occurred during the arrival of tourists onboard MS Crystal Symphony at Mapembeni area, involved a lone str...

Mombasa County waives Sh15 million in medical bills, freeing over 100 patients
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 06, 2025

Governor Abdulswamad escribed the move as part of his administration’s ongoing efforts to ease the financial burden on vulnerable families and restore...

Notorious drug trafficker nabbed in sting operation on Lunga Lunga Highway
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 05, 2025

Authorities say the operation led to the seizure of 20 kilogrammes of high-grade bhang (Skank), estimated to be worth Sh1 million, which had been traf...

Mombasa hawkers ordered to vacate footpaths or face forceful eviction
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 05, 2025

According to the County Chief Officer for Trade, Pauline Oginga, the directive targets areas in Mvita and Nyali sub-counties, where illegal trading ac...

Police post to be set up in Mombasa's Mapembeni area after tourist robbed
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 04, 2025

Security officials stated that measures are being reinforced to curb criminal activities, particularly in areas frequented by both local and internati...

AAK attributes cracks in Mombasa building teetering on collapse to structural failures
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 04, 2025

Authorities in Mombasa have warned residents to stay clear of the area as demolition experts assess the best approach to safely bring down the comprom...

April Fool's Day: Nairobi Expressway to introduce dedicated boda boda lanes – Transport CS Davis Chirchir
Amina Wako  |  Apr 01, 2025

CS Chirchir said the project was part of the government’s broader effort to integrate all road users into Kenya’s modern infrastructure.

Mombasa governor says weakened social structures fuelling rise in Coast juvenile gangs
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 31, 2025

The Mombasa County Government plans to roll out targeted community interventions in the coming weeks to mitigate the resurgence of juvenile gang activ...

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