Mombasa now readies for water taxis
Mombasa Governor Abdulswamand Nassir plans a modern water transport system to end congestion on the roads.
By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 3 months ago
Mombasa now readies for water taxis
State constructs Sh1.15b bridge to link Funzi island, Msambweni
The government has embarked on the construction of a Sh1.15 billion bridge to link Funzi island and Msambweni mainland in Kwale county.
By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago
State constructs Sh1.15b bridge to link Funzi island, Msambweni
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 3 months ago
Mombasa registers more cargo as KPA ups handling efficiency
Stakeholders push for joint EAC tourist hub, regional visa
Tourism stakeholders are pushing for the establishment of the East African Community (EAC) as a single tourism destination, in an effort to exploit the region's tourism potential.
By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago
Stakeholders push for joint EAC tourist hub, regional visa
Residents praise delay of Sh1.4b compensation to clean up list
Residents of Dongo Kundu in Mombasa have praised the national government for halting the compensation for families who will pave the way for the planned special economic zone.
By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago
Residents praise delay of Sh1.4b compensation to clean up list
Murkomen blames shoddy work, neglect for JKIA leakages
While blaming neglect and shoddy work, Murkomen said a modern terminal will be constructed at JKIA to resolve the problems that have recently plagued the facility.
By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago
Murkomen blames shoddy work, neglect for JKIA leakages
State unveils Sh245 million mango factory in Tana River
The project by the Coast Development Authority is expected to reduce post-harvest losses. The project started in 2017 but was delayed due to inadequate funding.
By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago
State unveils Sh245 million mango factory in Tana River
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 4 months ago
Murkomen, KPA bosses lead Coast residents to plant 20,000 trees
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 4 months ago
Murkomen, KPA lead tree-planting exercise at the Coast
Mombasa port expansion pays off as terminals list more cargo
KPA has expanded the new container terminal to include berth numbers 21 and 22. Additional vessels to make calls at the port, with another recent acquisition expected to dock in December.
By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago
Mombasa port expansion pays off as terminals list more cargo
KTB ups efforts to get a larger share of global tourism market
Acting CEO says the country is hosting various marketing forums and roadshows across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Kenyan delegation participated in the annual World Travel Market event in London.
By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago
KTB ups efforts to get a larger share of global tourism market
Hoteliers welcome new levy on Airbnb
Kenya Association of Hotelkeepers and Caterers (KAHC) said the move was sustainable for the fund.
By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago
Hoteliers welcome new levy on Airbnb
Sarova takes over Nanyuki-based Maiyan Resort in latest deal
Kenya's largest indigenous hospitality group announced it will take over Maiyan Luxury Resort effective November 1, and rebrand it into Sarova Maiyan Nanyuki.
By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago
Sarova takes over Nanyuki-based Maiyan Resort in latest deal
Upgrade of Ukunda Airstrip boon for Kwale's tourism
According to the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), the rehabilitation and expansion of the airport to handle larger aircraft will cost Sh2.3 billion.
By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago
Upgrade of Ukunda Airstrip boon for Kwale's tourism
Mombasa ready for El Nino rains, says Nassir
County chief Abdulswamad Nassir says they are working with the disaster preparedness team to mitigate the effects of the rains expected between this month and January next year.
By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago
Mombasa ready for El Nino rains, says Nassir
Groups push to grow rhino numbers
According to IFAW, there is need for masses to be sensitised about rhinos and threats the amazing animals face in order to protect them.
By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago
Groups push to grow rhino numbers
Sh2.6b Shimoni port to be completed next year
The project is aimed at unlocking the fisheries potential in the Indian Ocean. Marine sector lags behind Lake Victoria, which accounts for up to 60pc fish production
By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago
Sh2.6b Shimoni port to be completed next year
Sh.2.6b Shimoni fishing port to be completed next year
The facility encompasses a modern jetty measuring 75 metres by 30 metres with a causeway measuring 135 metres long and 7 metres wide.
By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago
Sh.2.6b Shimoni fishing port to be completed next year
Joho regime rejected help to renovate Mombasa Stadium
Former Mombasa Governor Hassan Joho's administration allegedly vetoed the National Government's plan to rehabilitate the stadium and seized the tartan track.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Joho regime rejected help to renovate Mombasa Stadium
Airlines near pre-Covid level - association
The total number of intercontinental routes operated by African airlines exceeded pre-Covid levels since October 2022.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Airlines near pre-Covid level - association
Utalii College inks deal to train students from 7 African countries
In October 2018, former President Uhuru Kenyatta awarded a full presidential scholarship to 50 students from Zambia to train in various courses at KUC.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Utalii College inks deal to train students from 7 African countries
Sh230m deal to support Kwale coconut farmers, expand Kentaste's exports to US
The Kwale-based coconut processor, Kentaste Limited, is poised to benefit from greater access to overseas markets following an announcement by the US government
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Sh230m deal to support Kwale coconut farmers, expand Kentaste's exports to US
Mombasa seeks Denmark hand to build water transport system
Governor Nassir says European nation has rich history expertise in marine affairs. County has invited bids for development of systems in public-private partnership.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Mombasa seeks Denmark hand to build water transport system
KPC closes on deal to take over assets of defunct oil refinery in Mombasa
With a balance sheet of over Sh150 billion, KPC is financially sound to take over the defunct refinery in Changamwe as it seeks to increase its storage capacity and diversify operations, says CS.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
KPC closes on deal to take over assets of defunct oil refinery in Mombasa
Lamu's cultural extravaganza breathes life into Kiwayu island
The spectacular island cut off from the rest of civilization, with an overgrowth of heavy mangrove forests, lies about 60 kilometres from Lamu town.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Lamu's cultural extravaganza breathes life into Kiwayu island
Kenya and Uganda in pact to shore up cross-border tourist numbers
Tourism players at the Kenyan Coast are eager to consolidate gains made by a working formula between them and their Ugandan counterparts to boost cross-border tourism.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Kenya and Uganda in pact to shore up cross-border tourist numbers
Talks to admit Somalia into EAC enter home stretch
The EAC verification mission is being chaired by Mr. Tiri Marie Rose from Burundi while Dr. Adbusalam Omer, Special Envoy of Somalia, is the Lead Negotiator for the Federal Republic of Somalia.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Talks to admit Somalia into EAC enter home stretch
Pomp as world's largest floating book fair docks in Mombasa
The vessel, which has passengers from over 70 nationalities, will be open to the public for ship visits after a high-profile official launch ceremony.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Pomp as world's largest floating book fair docks in Mombasa
Floating Library: Logos Hope brings knowledge to Kenya
The MV Logos Hope will dock at Mombasa with over 5000 different titles of books, opening its famous floating library to members of public for 45 days.
By Patrick Beja, Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Floating Library: Logos Hope brings knowledge to Kenya
Tourist arrivals surge 32pc as sector rebounds
The tourism sector experienced a remarkable upswing in international arrivals, leading to higher revenues.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Tourist arrivals surge 32pc as sector rebounds
East Africa bloc ups efforts to remove non-tariff trade barriers
EAC has stepped up efforts to eliminate non-tariff barriers (NTB) and protectionism impeding cross-border trade in the region.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
East Africa bloc ups efforts to remove non-tariff trade barriers
Ethiopia eager to use Lamu port for its transit cargo
Ethiopia has seen increased cargo volumes and is seeking to diversify the use of port facilities in the East and Horn of Africa to facilitate the movement of its exports and imports.
By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago
Ethiopia eager to use Lamu port for its transit cargo
Coast hospitality sector players' worry over Tanzania's rise as preferred destination
Tanzania was quick to open its sky to more international airlines and offered to support investors while Kenya has had to struggle to even do basic marketing as a country.
By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago
Coast hospitality sector players' worry over Tanzania's rise as preferred destination
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Why Governor Abdulswamad Nassir is converting Coast General Hospital into a parastatal
The proposal, the Governor said, will give the facility autonomy and prevent the Executive from influencing its management, and guarantee financial independence.
By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago
Why Governor Abdulswamad Nassir is converting Coast General Hospital into a parastatal
Ruto bans multinationals from clearing, forwarding business
President William Ruto on Saturday banned international firms from engaging in clearing and forwarding business and instructed state agencies at Mombasa Port to operate on a 24-hour basis.
By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago
Ruto bans multinationals from clearing, forwarding business
Sh1.4b cruise terminal near idle two years after completion
Compared to others along the Eastern rim of the Indian Ocean, Kenya's cruise terminal has performed poorly. Only ten cruise ships have docked there since completion in 2021.
By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago
Sh1.4b cruise terminal near idle two years after completion
Ruto disburses Sh32b to counties, says all revenue balances cleared
Ruto, who is on a five-day tour of the Coast, said his administration has an update on the disbursement of the shareable revenue to the counties.
By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago
Ruto disburses Sh32b to counties, says all revenue balances cleared
Financial Act 2023 send shivers down the spine of tourism players
According to statistics by the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB), there were 680,000 tourist arrivals into the country between January and May this year.
By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago
Financial Act 2023 send shivers down the spine of tourism players
Lamu fishermen abandon destructive seine nets for sustainable eco-friendly gear
11 fishermen crew out of 15 in the Kiunga Marine National Reserve (KMNR) have surrendered fishing gear that posed danger to marine life due to overfishing
By Philip Mwakio 8 months ago
Lamu fishermen abandon destructive seine nets for sustainable eco-friendly gear
Kenya exports first consignment of dagaa fish to Chinese market
Mvurya said Kenya has a chance now to increase fish export to the Chinese market.
By Philip Mwakio 8 months ago
Kenya exports first consignment of dagaa fish to Chinese market
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