State question after Coast Gen Z protests infiltrated by blood-thirsty gangs
Police sources said the attackers were cells of known gangs activated by political figures ferried from Kisauni, Nyali, Likoni, and Changamwe areas.
By 5 months ago
State question after Coast Gen Z protests infiltrated by blood-thirsty gangs
New system to bring down cost of trade through Mombasa port
The cost of doing business through the port of Mombasa is set to reduce following the introduction of Viaservice Container Solution (VCS) to replace the punitive container deposits.
By 6 months ago
New system to bring down cost of trade through Mombasa port
Union rejects plan by regulator to deduct guards' salaries for training
According to the Kenya National Private Security Workers Union (KNPSWU), the cost is exorbitant and the exercise violates the constitution.
By 7 months ago
Union rejects plan by regulator to deduct guards' salaries for training
Residents evacuated in Coast as Cyclone Hidaya slams Tanzania
Cyclone Hidaya hits Mtwara and Lindi, in the southern tip of Tanzania causing immense destruction. Public and private beaches deserted with locals and tourists staying away.
By 7 months ago
Residents evacuated in Coast as Cyclone Hidaya slams Tanzania
State question after Coast Gen Z protests infiltrated by blood-thirsty gangs
Police sources said the attackers were cells of known gangs activated by political figures ferried from Kisauni, Nyali, Likoni, and Changamwe areas.
By 5 months ago
State question after Coast Gen Z protests infiltrated by blood-thirsty gangs
New system to bring down cost of trade through Mombasa port
The cost of doing business through the port of Mombasa is set to reduce following the introduction of Viaservice Container Solution (VCS) to replace the punitive container deposits.
By 6 months ago
New system to bring down cost of trade through Mombasa port
Union rejects plan by regulator to deduct guards' salaries for training
According to the Kenya National Private Security Workers Union (KNPSWU), the cost is exorbitant and the exercise violates the constitution.
By 7 months ago
Union rejects plan by regulator to deduct guards' salaries for training
Residents evacuated in Coast as Cyclone Hidaya slams Tanzania
Cyclone Hidaya hits Mtwara and Lindi, in the southern tip of Tanzania causing immense destruction. Public and private beaches deserted with locals and tourists staying away.
By 7 months ago
Residents evacuated in Coast as Cyclone Hidaya slams Tanzania
State question after Coast Gen Z protests infiltrated by blood-thirsty gangs
Police sources said the attackers were cells of known gangs activated by political figures ferried from Kisauni, Nyali, Likoni, and Changamwe areas.
By 5 months ago
State question after Coast Gen Z protests infiltrated by blood-thirsty gangs
New system to bring down cost of trade through Mombasa port
The cost of doing business through the port of Mombasa is set to reduce following the introduction of Viaservice Container Solution (VCS) to replace the punitive container deposits.
By 6 months ago
New system to bring down cost of trade through Mombasa port
Union rejects plan by regulator to deduct guards' salaries for training
According to the Kenya National Private Security Workers Union (KNPSWU), the cost is exorbitant and the exercise violates the constitution.
By 7 months ago
Union rejects plan by regulator to deduct guards' salaries for training
Residents evacuated in Coast as Cyclone Hidaya slams Tanzania
Cyclone Hidaya hits Mtwara and Lindi, in the southern tip of Tanzania causing immense destruction. Public and private beaches deserted with locals and tourists staying away.
By 7 months ago
Residents evacuated in Coast as Cyclone Hidaya slams Tanzania
Union rejects plan by regulator to deduct guards' salaries for training
According to the Kenya National Private Security Workers Union (KNPSWU), the cost is exorbitant and the exercise violates the constitution.
By Bernard Sanga 7 months ago
Union rejects plan by regulator to deduct guards' salaries for training
Residents evacuated in Coast as Cyclone Hidaya slams Tanzania
Cyclone Hidaya hits Mtwara and Lindi, in the southern tip of Tanzania causing immense destruction. Public and private beaches deserted with locals and tourists staying away.
By Bernard Sanga 7 months ago
Residents evacuated in Coast as Cyclone Hidaya slams Tanzania
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Huge volumes of unsold tea at Mombasa auction raises red flag
Tea prices at the auction have remained static at Sh308 since January 2023. Over 47 per cent of volumes offered remain unsold due to overproduction.
By Bernard Sanga 9 months ago
Huge volumes of unsold tea at Mombasa auction raises red flag
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Joho ambition to take over Raila's mantle remains a daunting task
Azimio leader rejects Joho's overtures for endorsement for presidential ticket in 2027, tells former governor to seek support of party delegates.
By Bernard Sanga 9 months ago
Joho ambition to take over Raila's mantle remains a daunting task
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Mystery of contaminated sugar in warehouse
The contaminated sugar, part of the consignment that arrived in Mombasa from Mauritius on October 9, 2023, has not been released to the market.
By Bernard Sanga 9 months ago
Mystery of contaminated sugar in warehouse
Housing project does not benefit the poor, MPs told
Mombasa residents draw parallels between AHP and Buxton Point housing project. One claims that most apartments were bought by businessmen.
By Bernard Sanga 10 months ago
Housing project does not benefit the poor, MPs told
Raila now calls for Judiciary purge
ODM leader Raila Odinga has called for a neutral and independent commission or task force to deal with graft in the Judiciary.
By Bernard Sanga 10 months ago
Raila now calls for Judiciary purge
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Intrigues of Sh10b college project that has left Balala in a tight spot
Conceived by Moi government, it was during Kibaki time that cost was revised from Sh1.9b. Uhuru never visited the site although it was a flagship project for the region.
By Bernard Sanga 11 months ago
Intrigues of Sh10b college project that has left Balala in a tight spot
Wanted terrorist behind nine-year carnage in Lamu killed in Somalia
Ayman was among 35 suspects wanted for terror attacks in Lamu and Tana River. He helped British jihadist Thomas Evans to slit the throats of some 85 men in 2014.
By Bernard Sanga 11 months ago
Wanted terrorist behind nine-year carnage in Lamu killed in Somalia
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Puzzle of how the Controller of Budget was linked to Sh29m case
In 2021, Mutungi lost a case in which she sought to recover the money from FEP Sacco. Nyakang'o is said to be one of the 11 directors of FEP Sacco, which the State now says is illegal.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Puzzle of how the Controller of Budget was linked to Sh29m case
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Sh17 billion oil deal: Who is fooling who?
The case on the importation of Sh17 billion oil failed to take off in Mombasa on Tuesday after the woman who claims to be the owner and KPA engaged in blame game.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Sh17 billion oil deal: Who is fooling who?
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Storm over plan to privatise ports facilities
Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir said the proposal was a clear indication that the Kenya Kwanza government had taken the people of the Coast for a ride.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Storm over plan to privatise ports facilities
Over 12,000 delegates expected at Taita Taveta trade fair
Over 12,500 delegates are expected to attend Taita Taveta County's inaugural investors conference, slated for next month.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Over 12,000 delegates expected at Taita Taveta trade fair
Tourism slump, insecurity dent Coast counties' revenue growth plans
An analysis of coastal counties' fiscal policies paints a picture of counties struggling to raise own-source revenue due to a slump in the tourism sector and insecurity.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Tourism slump, insecurity dent Coast counties' revenue growth plans
Court revokes ban on cash aid to public hospitals in Mombasa
The county also prohibited the hospitals from accepting any help.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Court revokes ban on cash aid to public hospitals in Mombasa
Kenya still harbours sweet dreams of owning a ship
Kenya has watched enviably as other African countries build their own vessels, hoping that a day will come when it will achieve such a feat.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Kenya still harbours sweet dreams of owning a ship
Shakahola deaths Probe: Makenzi closed church to deceive police
A sour stench of death dominated the air in Shakahola along the Malindi-Sala Gate route for the last 15 days. Over 110 bodies have been recovered from graves.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Shakahola deaths Probe: Makenzi closed church to deceive police
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Like all men of God who have walked on earth, 'my brother is being tested'
Mbatha said his brother and the other preachers held opposing beliefs. Other pastors, whom he declined to name, believed Makenzi's doctrine was incendiary and could lead to their arrest.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Like all men of God who have walked on earth, 'my brother is being tested'
Mega projects and plum jobs in the offing as Ruto charms Coast
President keen to shore up political support in a region regarded as an ODM stronghold. He appointed many locals to plum jobs and fulfilled pledge to revert services to port.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Mega projects and plum jobs in the offing as Ruto charms Coast
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Why State blocked Nassir's plan to collect Sh2.3b levy from port
AG says the move is illegal and would lead to double taxation. The proposed new levies include Sh650 per imported motor vehicle and Sh1,300 per container
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Why State blocked Nassir's plan to collect Sh2.3b levy from port
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Taxpayers to pay Sh75m for partly boycotted MPs' parley in Mombasa
MPs will get Sh10,000 in allowances each per day despite boycotting retreat for two days. The workshop will be facilitated by trainers from Ghana and Uganda.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
Taxpayers to pay Sh75m for partly boycotted MPs' parley in Mombasa
State yet to establish motive for deadly December Lamu attacks
While some authorities blame Al Shabaab militants, others point at historical land conflicts. Other worrying reports intimate an unholy alliance between militant remnants and landlords.
By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago
State yet to establish motive for deadly December Lamu attacks
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How baobabs were trafficked from the Coast
The Forest Conservation and Management (Amendment) Act of 2016 gave counties the authority to regulate tree-cutting on private farms and government forests.
By Bernard Sanga 2 years ago
How baobabs were trafficked from the Coast
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Evolution of Mtwapa town after the death of nightclub tourism
Mtwapa was famous for its active nightlife as both local and international tourists set base for their vacations. It is changing to an investment hub with plans to run a 24-hour economy.
By Bernard Sanga 2 years ago
Evolution of Mtwapa town after the death of nightclub tourism
William Ruto declares war on Coast drug barons
Ruto said illicit alcohol and drug substances have killed several people and wrecked families across the country, and that it was time to eradicate the vice.
By Bernard Sanga 2 years ago
William Ruto declares war on Coast drug barons
Mombasa residents thwart police attempts to evict woman from her home
The officers encountered resistance from the locals who came to defend Ms Shenaz Hussein who is said to have been staying at the house for the last 60 years.
By Bernard Sanga 2 years ago
Mombasa residents thwart police attempts to evict woman from her home
Shame of abandoned Mombasa Municipal Stadium
Mombasa Municipal Stadium is an abandoned construction site. Toilets, bathrooms, and perimeter walls that caved in, due to years of neglect, are yet to be fully erected.
By Bernard Sanga 2 years ago
Shame of abandoned Mombasa Municipal Stadium
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Mombasa misses Cabinet slots as power base shifts to Kilifi, Kwale
This is the first time in 24 years Coast's political and economic capital isn't in Cabinet. Analysts say Ruto is rewarding loyalists who will be key in his re-election bid in 2027.
By Bernard Sanga 2 years ago
Mombasa misses Cabinet slots as power base shifts to Kilifi, Kwale
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