Mining CS Joho dragged into Maritime agency wars

Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho has been drawn into the internal power struggles at the Kenya Maritime Authority, which recently saw the ouster of Director General Martin Munga.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 1 year ago

Ruto: State to build Sh100 billion fixed bridge in Mombasa County

President William Ruto says the government secured Sh100 billion from Japan to construct the Mombasa Gate bridge in the Liwatoni area.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 1 year ago

Gedi Ruins listed as Kenya's eighth Unesco World Heritage Site

The historic town and archaeological site was inscribed on Unesco's world heritage sites list during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee held in New Delhi, India.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 1 year ago

High cost of training locks Kenyans out of sea jobs

Kenyan seafarers placed onboard ships since 2021 are 3,500 with 2,700 recruited between 2023 and 2024.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 1 year ago

Karigithu says cost of maritime courses locks out youth from jobs

Thousands of youths are missing out on maritime jobs due to the high cost of training, Kenya's special envoy for maritime and blue economy Nancy Karigithu, has said.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 1 year ago

What tourism and shipping players expect this year

KSAA wants the government to raise productivity levels at the ports and invest in infrastructure to support anticipated growth in the volume of business this year.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 1 year ago

Mombasa registers more cargo as KPA ups handling efficiency

Over 29 million tonnes of cargo recorded between January and October on improved efficiency. KPA managing director attributes the performance largely to infrastructure development.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 2 years ago

Murkomen, KPA bosses lead Coast residents to plant 20,000 trees

Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen yesterday led Mombasa residents in planting 10,000 trees in Mikindani, Jomvu sub-county.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 2 years ago

Murkomen, KPA lead tree-planting exercise at the Coast

Murkomen said the State Departments for Roads and Transport will continue planting trees throughout the year and meet respective targets by June next year.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 2 years ago

Fresh drive to include women in shipping unveiled by government

The push to increase the number of women in the maritime sector has gained momentum with the government pledging to create awareness in schools, colleges and villages.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 2 years ago

Queens reign supreme as Mathare and Kayole pick wins

Two-time winners Thika Queens proved their champions' tag in the Kenya Football Federation women premier league round one fixtures over the weekend.

By REBECCA JEBET and GILBERT WANDERA 8 years ago

GO STARLETS GO: Kenya women team on verge of writing history today

Towards the end of 2003, the Kenya football scene was abuzz as Harambee Stars edged closer to qualifying for the Africa Cup of Nations finals.

By REBECCA JEBET and GILBERT WANDERA 9 years ago