Mombasa Senator Stories

Mombasa senator demands action to salvage county’s ailing health sector
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 20, 2025

Senator Mohamed emphasised that healthcare is a fundamental right and demanded that the county government prioritise its improvement,

Relief for truckers as KPA suspends Mombasa’s Sh700 port parking fee
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 18, 2025

The levies, introduced last year, had been met with opposition from traders and transporters, who argued they were imposed without consultation.

Tourism boost as Mombasa welcomes over 1,000 tourists from two cruise ships
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 18, 2025

Many of the visitors seized the opportunity to explore Mombasa’s cultural and historical sites, while others ventured into national parks.

Mombasa residents, business owners demand action on infrastructure challenges
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 17, 2025

Many business operators have resorted to hiring private waste management services due to inconsistent garbage collection, further straining their oper...

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir calls for repeal of discriminatory policies, calls for equity
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 09, 2025

He urged policymakers to review and abolish laws that perpetuate exclusion.

Political rift in Mombasa threatens public service delivery
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 09, 2025

The escalating tension has left Mombasa residents frustrated, with many urging both sides to set aside their differences and focus on service delivery...

Boost for youths in Taita Taveta as county opens garment production unit
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 09, 2025

The initiative seeks to encourage more young people to embrace vocational training as a pathway to employment, self-reliance, and business opportuniti...

Police launch investigation into suspected copper smuggling at Mombasa port
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 05, 2025

Before the inspection, officials were confused because different units had conflicting instructions regarding the number of containers to be examined.

Government announces rise in port activity amid graft allegations
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 30, 2025

The completion of the Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone, combined with the modernisation of Kenya's ports, has positioned the country as a key regiona...

Mombasa County road traffic deaths surge by 36% in 2023
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 24, 2025

The report identified high-risk locations and corridors as key focus areas for intervention. Notable hotspots include Hass Filling Station along Momba...

Two ships make maiden calls at Kenyan ports, boosting transhipment prospects
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 23, 2025

Amu Jameel will serve the East African coast, connecting ports from Djibouti in the Gulf of Aden to Maputo, Mozambique.

Mombasa Sports Club ladies hockey team appeals for support to secure African Championship spot
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 18, 2025

Mombasa Sports Club Ladies Hockey Team faces the daunting challenge of raising Ksh.6.3 million in less than two weeks to secure their spot in the Afri...

Car dealers oppose new directive to get local marine cargo insurance for all imports
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 12, 2025

CIAK Chairman Peter Otieno argued that the directive contravenes international trade conventions and restricts importers’ freedom of choice.

Increased imports bolster Mombasa port’s performance as 2024 records highest-ever cargo growth
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 09, 2025

The port’s performance was bolstered by increased imports, which grew by 7.2 per cent, and exports, which rose by 6.6 per cent.

Senior IEBC official killed in suspected targeted robbery attack in Mombasa
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 05, 2025

The attack has left residents shaken, with many calling for increased security in the neighbourhood.

Kenya Ports Authority unveils multi-billion-shilling infrastructure upgrade to boost capacity
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 04, 2025

Earlier in 2024, KPA procured new gantry cranes worth $31.5 million (Sh4.1 billion) as part of its efforts to strengthen its operations.

Mombasa residents flock Mama Ngina Waterfront, other venues to welcome 2025
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 01, 2025

The New Year celebrations reaffirmed Mombasa’s position as a premier holiday destination.

KeNHA announces temporary closure of Nairobi Southern Bypass section
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 23, 2024

The authority stated that the closure will commence on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at 8 pm and is expected to last until midnight on Sunday, January 5...

Detectives arrest varsity student duping Kenyans he can alter KCSE results
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 21, 2024

Detectives said Ronald Osebe Osebe, alias Nancy Baya, will be charged under the Computer Misuse and Cyber Crime Act, 2018.

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