Salim Mvurya Stories

Cabinet Reshuffle: Murkomen moved to Interior Ministry as Mvurya takes over sports docket
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 19, 2024

Murkomen had been serving as the Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports since his appointment on August 8, 2024, following...

MPs probe multi-billion-shilling rice import scandal, demand answers from Mvurya
Amina Wako  |  Nov 15, 2024

Senator Chute has requested that CS Mvurya provide a detailed breakdown of all payments made by KNTC to suppliers.

State invites public views on reforms to boost manufacturing, investment
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 12, 2024

The docket is seeking proposals on how to attract direct private investment, boost manufacturing, improve customer protection and enhance the performa...

Kilifi leaders, elders call for enhanced protection of Kaya natural resources
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 10, 2024

The appeal to protect the Kayas reflects a larger dedication to preserving Kenya's cultural heritage and natural environment from persistent threats.

Kenya and Britain in new efforts to erase trade tariff barriers
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 03, 2024

Mvurya announced that their talks revolved around tariffs and tax barriers that made it difficult or unfavourable for Kenyan horticultural produce suc...

Mvurya reveals plans for Kenya's venture into industrial fishing
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 03, 2024

The former Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs CS, said the government licensed the vessel TXORI GORRI recently to help the country kick off ind...

Stop politicising Post-Mining Land Use Committee, Kwale residents told
Mishi Gongo  |  Jul 08, 2024

This came after a section of residents affected by the mining activities and rights groups raised concerns about being sidelined by the government.

Kenya to transition to mariculture and aquaculture to meet fish demand
Mishi Gongo  |  Jul 05, 2024

While annual fish consumption has risen to 600,000 tonnes, the natural catch is shrinking and national fish production stands at 400,000 tonnes.

Relief for seafarers as government reduces maritime training fees to Sh15,000
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 14, 2024

The cost for the mandatory maritime course has been reduced to Sh15,000 from the previous Sh35,000.

Kenya ranked sixth most preferred destination by mining investors in Africa
Mishi Gongo  |  May 19, 2024

Fraser Institute's global annual survey of mining companies for 2023 also placed Kenya at position 46 on the global stage.

Kenya loses billions due to illegal mining as State steps up sector reforms
Mishi Gongo  |  May 17, 2024

Their operations will remain closed until all legal requirements are fulfilled and royalties owed to the government are duly paid.

State bolsters surveillance at ports to monitor mineral imports, exports
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 14, 2024

This is part of reforms to combat mineral smuggling through the region's busiest port.

How state plans to distribute Sh2.9bn mineral royalties
Mishi Gongo  |  May 09, 2024

CS Mvurya said the government came up with a well-formulated Royalty Fund Sharing Bill to allow the National Treasury to disburse the money smoothly.

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...

Governors' committee flags concern on fisheries laws, cites exclusion
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 17, 2024

The committee emphasised the importance of the meeting, stating that it allowed them to articulate their reservations and propose recommendations for...

Mvurya reports key mining sector growth, says 1,200 investment bids received
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 03, 2024

Mvurya said plans to revitalise the once-neglected sector had proven fruitful, benefiting small-scale artisanal miners who previously received little...

State mulls proposal to allow mining in Kenyan parks and reserves
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 26, 2024

CS Mvurya said approximately Sh2.9 billion has been allocated as royalties for counties engaged in mining activities

New mining police unit begins operations
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 15, 2024

Mvurya said the country has the potential to be among the top mineral-producing countries in the world but its potential has never fully been exploite...

222 couples tie the knot at Kwale mass wedding ceremony
Mishi Gongo  |  Mar 13, 2024

The mass ceremony aims to legalise marriages according to Islamic laws to enable couples to perform their religious duties effectively.

Modern mineral testing lab to be built in Kenya after pact with Indonesia
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 06, 2024

This follows an MoU signed in August last year during the state visit by Indonesian President Joko Widodo in Nairobi.

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