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Shakahola probe: Pastor Ezekiel Odero explains his immense wealth
Odero tells the committee his wealth comes from the offerings of his over 45,000 followers. Says he met Makenzi in 2010 but later severed ties with him due to his ideologies.
By Mate Tongola and Bernard Sanga 5 months ago
Shakahola probe: Pastor Ezekiel Odero explains his immense wealth
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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 5 months 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 5 months ago
Over 12,000 delegates expected at Taita Taveta trade fair
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Joho empire threatened as audit queries hit family port business
Auditor General is questioning the contract between Joho family's company, Autoports Terminal Limited (APTL), and Kenya Railways for the transportation of cargo by the SGR.
By Patrick Beja and Bernard Sanga 7 months ago
Joho empire threatened as audit queries hit family port business
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 7 months 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 9 months 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 10 months 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 10 months 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 10 months ago
Like all men of God who have walked on earth, 'my brother is being tested'
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8 more dead children found, adults refuse to 'betray' Pastor Mackenzie
The compound of Paul Makenzie where the bodies of eight minors were retrieved on Wednesday from shallow graves is now a crime scene and cannot be accessed by the public.
By Bernard Sanga and Marion Kithi 10 months ago
8 more dead children found, adults refuse to 'betray' Pastor Mackenzie
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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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 1 year 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
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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
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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
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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
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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?
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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
Transport tycoon's widow battles lender over Sh174m 'fictitious' loan
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