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Bernard Sanga

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.

Over 12,000 delegates expected at Taita Taveta trade fair

Tourism slump, insecurity dent Coast counties' revenue growth plans

Tourism slump, insecurity dent Coast counties' revenue growth plans

Court revokes ban on cash aid to public hospitals in Mombasa

Court revokes ban on cash aid to public hospitals in Mombasa

By 4 months ago

Kenya still harbours sweet dreams of owning a ship

Kenya still harbours sweet dreams of owning a ship

By 4 months ago

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 4 months ago

Like all men of God who have walked on earth, 'my brother is being tested'

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 4 months ago

Shakahola deaths Probe: Makenzi closed church to deceive police

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 4 months ago

Like all men of God who have walked on earth, 'my brother is being tested'

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 4 months ago

Shakahola deaths Probe: Makenzi closed church to deceive police

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 4 months ago

Like all men of God who have walked on earth, 'my brother is being tested'

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 4 months ago

Shakahola deaths Probe: Makenzi closed church to deceive police

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 4 months 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 6 months ago

Mega projects and plum jobs in the offing as Ruto charms Coast

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 7 months ago

Why State blocked Nassir's plan to collect Sh2.3b levy from port

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 7 months 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 8 months ago

State yet to establish motive for deadly December Lamu attacks

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 9 months ago

How baobabs were trafficked from the Coast

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 10 months 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 10 months 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 10 months 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 11 months ago

Shame of abandoned Mombasa Municipal Stadium

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 11 months ago

Mombasa misses Cabinet slots as power base shifts to Kilifi, Kwale

When it's hot, Mombasa residents drink it hotter

The rich coffee-drinking culture at the Coast is believed to have been introduced by Arab merchants in 1600s. There are two varieties: sweetened or bitter coffee, both are brewed traditionally.

By Bernard Sanga 11 months ago

When it's hot, Mombasa residents drink it hotter

William Ruto expected in Coast amid debate on port services getting restored

President Ruto is today expected to make his maiden tour of the Coast as the Head of State amid heightened debate on his directive to revert all port services back to Mombasa.

By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago

William Ruto expected in Coast amid debate on port services getting restored

Counties to formulate plan on pending bills

After the swearing-in on Tuesday, President William Ruto promised to transfer all the functions devolved as per the Constitution and that will be followed by more funds.

By Bernard Sanga, Joackim Bwana 1 year ago

Counties to formulate plan on pending bills

Independence-era politician Sheikh Salim, CS Najib Balala's elder brother, is dead

Independence struggle-era Sheikh Salim, the elder brother of Tourism Cabinet Secretary Najib Balala is dead

By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago

Independence-era politician Sheikh Salim, CS Najib Balala's elder brother, is dead

Abdulswamad Nassir : I'll be my own man

Nassir tells residents not even his predecessor Joho will influence his decisions. He beat Hassan of UDA who described the governor-elect as a "Joho project".

By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago

Abdulswamad Nassir : I'll be my own man

Why the honeymoon will soon be over for Mombasa's new governor

Abdulswamad Nassir of ODM won after garnering 119, 083 votes, beating his close challenger Hassan Omar of United Democratic Alliance (UDA) who got 97, 108 votes.

By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago

Why the honeymoon will soon be over for Mombasa's new governor

Nassir, Omar jostle for Mombasa top seat as Joho factor looms large

More than 600,000 voters will head to polling stations in Mombasa tomorrow to elect their new governor.

By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago

Nassir, Omar jostle for Mombasa top seat as Joho factor looms large

Agencies in race to lock out cartels as rollout of RPL programme nears

State agencies fear rogue individuals could turn it into a money-minting venture. PS Margret Mwakima says quality assurance tools will be watertight to ensure only credible certificates are issued.

By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago

Agencies in race to lock out cartels as rollout of RPL programme nears

William Ruto, Raila Odinga allies in last-minute pitch in race for governor's seat

On Thursday, former Kitui Governor Charity Ngilu campaigned for Nassir in Changamwe and Jomvu. Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko campaigned for Omar in the areas dominated by Akamba votes.

By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago

William Ruto, Raila Odinga allies in last-minute pitch in race for governor's seat

Government should partner with the betting industry for public good

The betting companies have over time proved to be a game changer by providing financial support to the sports teams and activities in the country.

By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago

Government should partner with the betting industry for public good

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

A total of 12 candidates are battling it out for the Mvita seat as Abdulswamad Nassir now shifts focus to governorship. Financial muscle, and strength of political party at play.

By Bernard Sanga 1 year ago

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

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 year 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, Joackim Bwana 1 year 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 year 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 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year ago

Alarm raised over worrying state of sanitation across 47 counties

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