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Bernard Sanga

Ex-State officers who resigned lick wounds after losing election

Lung’anzi retired from Kenya Ports Authority three years early to pursue a career in politics. Fatuma Achani defeated Mr Boga in the race to succeed Kwale Governor Salim Mvurya.

By Bernard Sanga 1 day ago

Ex-State officers who resigned lick wounds after losing election

How Raila Odinga found his way into the hearts of Coast voters, and won

How Raila Odinga found his way into the hearts of Coast voters, and won

By Bernard Sanga 2 days ago

Reject liars and elect honest leaders, Uhuru tells Mombasa

Reject liars and elect honest leaders, Uhuru tells Mombasa

By Bernard Sanga 11 days ago

Battle for seat reaches climax as 12 join race to replace Nassir

Battle for seat reaches climax as 12 join race to replace Nassir

By Bernard Sanga 1 month ago

20 killed in road accident near Taru on Mombasa highway

Kinango OCPD Fredrick Ombaka said it was not yet clear what caused the accident but noted that the shuttle was carrying excess passengers.

By Bernard Sanga 1 month ago

20 killed in road accident near Taru on Mombasa highway

Land tops William Ruto, Raila Odinga agenda for Coast

Presidential contenders highlight key areas they seek to address at the Coast if elected. Revival of Kilifi cashew nut factory and blue economy also feature in raft of proposals.

By Bernard Sanga 1 month ago

Land tops William Ruto, Raila Odinga agenda for Coast

Government spells out ambitious plans to upgrade Coast economy

State lays out new strategies to increase volume of cargo transported by rail. President Uhuru Kenyatta to open the Sh24b bridge connecting Mombasa West and South.

By Bernard Sanga 1 month ago

Government spells out ambitious plans to upgrade Coast economy

Politics of double-speak or leap of pragmatism?

As William Ruto and Raila Odinga switch their earlier standpoints on railway operations, industry players weigh in on the debate.

By Bernard Sanga 1 month ago

Politics of double-speak or leap of pragmatism?

Why the deputy governor seat is a poisoned chalice for professionals

Some deputies who served for two terms and hoped to take over have been left high and dry. At the Coast, Kwale’s Salim Mvurya is backing his two-term deputy to take over in August.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Why the deputy governor seat is a poisoned chalice for professionals

Kikuyu factor in Mpeketoni seen to influence pick of Lamu governor

Political demographics point to the growing number of voters in Lamu West, particularly Mpeketoni, which was created in 1968 to settle the landless Kikuyu community.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Kikuyu factor in Mpeketoni seen to influence pick of Lamu governor

Mohammed Mdigo: Man on the cusp of 'inheriting' second seat

Mdigo has secured the ODM ticket for the Rabai MP race in the August 9 election. His brother Kamoti, who was serving his second term, was a renowned lawyer.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Mohammed Mdigo: Man on the cusp of 'inheriting' second seat

All eyes on Nassir as Sonko, Omar target Mombasa

Nassir had received the blessings of incumbent Joho to succeed him before Sonko, who was kicked out of the capital Nairobi, muddied the waters by throwing his hat in the ring.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

All eyes on Nassir as Sonko, Omar target Mombasa

Raila Odinga, William Ruto plans for Coast land problem

DP vows to revive the 1963 one-million-acre scheme and Africanisation policy. Raila nominated Joho as Lands minister to deal with it.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Raila Odinga, William Ruto plans for Coast land problem

End of bromance as Kingi, Joho renew battle for Coast

Kingi criticised Joho for accepting Raila’s offer of the Lands CS position. But Joho asked Kingi not to underestimate his ability to end the squatter problems at the Coast.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

End of bromance as Kingi, Joho renew battle for Coast

Shipment of wildlife now put in the spotlight

Kenya successfully lobbied the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to adopt guidelines to suppress the illegal shipment of wildlife.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Shipment of wildlife now put in the spotlight

Alarm raised over worrying state of sanitation across 47 counties

Open defecation puts the country at the risk of another outbreak of waterborne disease during the heavy rains.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Alarm raised over worrying state of sanitation across 47 counties

Why Mike Sonko could still prevail in Mombasa

Uncertainty reigns over whether he can vie following his impeachment by the Senate for abuse of office as analysts say whichever way the courts rule, Sonko will still have an impact.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Why Mike Sonko could still prevail in Mombasa

Amason Kingi's big gamble in bid to end ODM dominance

Pwani University lecturer said Kingi’s decision to join KKA was premature. Ganze MP Teddy Mwambire said it will be impossible for Kingi’s PAA to penetrate Kilifi.

By Bernard Sanga 3 months ago

Amason Kingi's big gamble in bid to end ODM dominance

Raila Odinga moves to consolidate his support at Coast with mega rally

The Azimio presidential aspirant’s dominance in Mombasa is facing litmus test. Wiper’s Kalonzo has vowed to wrestle the 1.8 million votes at the region from Raila.

By Bernard Sanga 3 months ago

Raila Odinga moves to consolidate his support at Coast with mega rally

Sonko's political storm descends on Mombasa

Sonko has the uncanny ability to show up at the most opportune time and though he may have come into the race late, he has proven from history that he has the legs to last the race.

By Daniel Wesangula 3 months ago

Sonko's political storm descends on Mombasa

Sonko bid stirs debate as jobless youth see saviour

Nassir’s bid was bolstered after Joho and some Mombasa tycoons publicly backed him. Governor Joho has dominated Coast politics for the last 15 years through ODM.

By Bernard Sanga 3 months ago

Sonko bid stirs debate as jobless youth see saviour

Brokers and multinational firms are holding us hostage: fishermen

The state estimates that in 10 years, the fishing sector will generate 60,000 jobs. Sh1.8 billion has been set aside for building of Liwatoni Fish Complex landing site.

By Bernard Sanga 3 months ago

Brokers and multinational firms are holding us hostage: fishermen

Sonko's governor quest reignites debate on elusive upcountry vote

There is talk that Sonko is out to tap into 65 per cent of upcountry voters who have decried marginalisation.

By Bernard Sanga 3 months ago

Sonko's governor quest reignites debate on elusive upcountry vote

Intrigues behind the terror links, executions at the Coast

Security agents, clerics, tycoons and suspected terrorists have not been spared in this new wave of killings that began in 2012. Reports indicate that 22 clerics have been killed since 2012.

By Bernard Sanga 3 months ago

Intrigues behind the terror links, executions at the Coast

Why Coast leaders are not using land woes to woo voters

The squatter problem at Coast has attracted little attention or mention in the election debates.

By Bernard Sanga 4 months ago

Why Coast leaders are not using land woes to woo voters

Governor race: Shahbal settles on woman as running mate

Mombasa Governor aspirant Suleiman Shahbal has picked former Machakos Deputy County Commissioner Ms Selina Maitha Lewa as his running mate.

By Bernard Sanga 4 months ago

Governor race: Shahbal settles on woman as running mate

Weak logistics systems deny Kenyan firms trade favours

Few Kenyan companies have qualified for a regional trade programme that gives firms preferential treatment on clearing cargo at border points.

By Bernard Sanga 5 months ago

Weak logistics systems deny Kenyan firms trade favours

Entry of former State officers in politics causes a stir at the Coast

Gideon Mung'aro and Hussein Dado resigned as CASs to vie for Kilifi and Tana River governor seats respectively.

By Bernard Sanga 6 months ago

Entry of former State officers in politics causes a stir at the Coast

20 killed in road accident near Taru on Mombasa highway

Kinango OCPD Fredrick Ombaka said it was not yet clear what caused the accident but noted that the shuttle was carrying excess passengers.

By Bernard Sanga 1 month ago

20 killed in road accident near Taru on Mombasa highway

Land tops William Ruto, Raila Odinga agenda for Coast

Presidential contenders highlight key areas they seek to address at the Coast if elected. Revival of Kilifi cashew nut factory and blue economy also feature in raft of proposals.

By Bernard Sanga 1 month ago

Land tops William Ruto, Raila Odinga agenda for Coast

Government spells out ambitious plans to upgrade Coast economy

State lays out new strategies to increase volume of cargo transported by rail. President Uhuru Kenyatta to open the Sh24b bridge connecting Mombasa West and South.

By Bernard Sanga 1 month ago

Government spells out ambitious plans to upgrade Coast economy

Politics of double-speak or leap of pragmatism?

As William Ruto and Raila Odinga switch their earlier standpoints on railway operations, industry players weigh in on the debate.

By Bernard Sanga 1 month ago

Politics of double-speak or leap of pragmatism?

Why the deputy governor seat is a poisoned chalice for professionals

Some deputies who served for two terms and hoped to take over have been left high and dry. At the Coast, Kwale’s Salim Mvurya is backing his two-term deputy to take over in August.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Why the deputy governor seat is a poisoned chalice for professionals

Kikuyu factor in Mpeketoni seen to influence pick of Lamu governor

Political demographics point to the growing number of voters in Lamu West, particularly Mpeketoni, which was created in 1968 to settle the landless Kikuyu community.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Kikuyu factor in Mpeketoni seen to influence pick of Lamu governor

Mohammed Mdigo: Man on the cusp of 'inheriting' second seat

Mdigo has secured the ODM ticket for the Rabai MP race in the August 9 election. His brother Kamoti, who was serving his second term, was a renowned lawyer.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Mohammed Mdigo: Man on the cusp of 'inheriting' second seat

All eyes on Nassir as Sonko, Omar target Mombasa

Nassir had received the blessings of incumbent Joho to succeed him before Sonko, who was kicked out of the capital Nairobi, muddied the waters by throwing his hat in the ring.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

All eyes on Nassir as Sonko, Omar target Mombasa

Raila Odinga, William Ruto plans for Coast land problem

DP vows to revive the 1963 one-million-acre scheme and Africanisation policy. Raila nominated Joho as Lands minister to deal with it.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Raila Odinga, William Ruto plans for Coast land problem

End of bromance as Kingi, Joho renew battle for Coast

Kingi criticised Joho for accepting Raila’s offer of the Lands CS position. But Joho asked Kingi not to underestimate his ability to end the squatter problems at the Coast.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

End of bromance as Kingi, Joho renew battle for Coast

Shipment of wildlife now put in the spotlight

Kenya successfully lobbied the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to adopt guidelines to suppress the illegal shipment of wildlife.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Shipment of wildlife now put in the spotlight

Alarm raised over worrying state of sanitation across 47 counties

Open defecation puts the country at the risk of another outbreak of waterborne disease during the heavy rains.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Alarm raised over worrying state of sanitation across 47 counties

Why Mike Sonko could still prevail in Mombasa

Uncertainty reigns over whether he can vie following his impeachment by the Senate for abuse of office as analysts say whichever way the courts rule, Sonko will still have an impact.

By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago

Why Mike Sonko could still prevail in Mombasa

Amason Kingi's big gamble in bid to end ODM dominance

Pwani University lecturer said Kingi’s decision to join KKA was premature. Ganze MP Teddy Mwambire said it will be impossible for Kingi’s PAA to penetrate Kilifi.

By Bernard Sanga 3 months ago

Amason Kingi's big gamble in bid to end ODM dominance

Raila Odinga moves to consolidate his support at Coast with mega rally

The Azimio presidential aspirant’s dominance in Mombasa is facing litmus test. Wiper’s Kalonzo has vowed to wrestle the 1.8 million votes at the region from Raila.

By Bernard Sanga 3 months ago

Raila Odinga moves to consolidate his support at Coast with mega rally

Sonko's political storm descends on Mombasa

Sonko has the uncanny ability to show up at the most opportune time and though he may have come into the race late, he has proven from history that he has the legs to last the race.

By Daniel Wesangula 3 months ago

Sonko's political storm descends on Mombasa

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