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Plan International launches drought mitigation programme in Kilifi, Kwale

Plan International has launched a programme designed to cushion communities from food insecurity while strengthening school retention and child protection systems in Kilifi and Kwale counties.

By Marion Kithi 2026-04-12 15:25:29

Plan International launches drought mitigation programme in Kilifi, Kwale

Luhya community in Kilifi split over leadership wrangles

By Nehemiah Okwembah 2026-04-11 14:17:00

Kilifi County grants two-week waiver on penalties after system failure.

Kilifi residents and traders have been given additional time to settle their dues after authorities extended a penalty waiver period by two weeks

By Marion Kithi 2026-04-10 15:56:00

Tension as Taita Taveta MCAs change house leadership

Taita Taveta county assembly changes leadership.

By Renson Mnyamwezi 2026-04-09 16:24:00

Tension as Taita Taveta MCAs change house leadership

Dock Workers Union row deepens over Sang's ouster

The Dock Workers Union of Kenya faces internal turmoil after ousted general secretary Simon Sang’s supporters denounce his replacement by deputy Selman Owuor as a “coup.”

By Patrick Beja 2026-04-08 06:00:00

Dock Workers Union row deepens over Sang's ouster

Sh51m project to alleviate water crises in Taita Taveta

Taita Taveta County and the national government have invested Sh51m in a strategic mega water project aimed at strengthening drought and climate resilience in the region.

By Renson Mnyamwezi 2026-04-07 11:11:00

Sh51m project to alleviate water crises in Taita Taveta

CS Joho issues tender for estimated Sh8 trillion Mrima mineral in coast

Beneath the sacred forests of Kwale County lies a multi-billion-dollar mineral deposit.

By Benard Sanga 2026-04-07 09:37:55

CS Joho issues tender for estimated Sh8 trillion Mrima mineral in coast

Base Titanium to decommission Kwale mining site despite protest from villagers

The High Court has allowed Base Titanium to decommission its heavy machinery after winding up 16 years of mining

By Joackim Bwana 2026-04-05 13:03:46

Base Titanium to decommission Kwale mining site despite protest from villagers

Boost for coconut farmers as sale of Mnazi set to be legalised

The government has announced plans to legalise the sale of mnazi, the local coconut brew, in a move aimed at boosting farmers’ earnings and unlocking the sector’s potential.

By Marion Kithi 2026-04-04 17:51:16

Boost for coconut farmers as sale of Mnazi set to be legalised

Police evict firm from Mombasa CFS amid court contradictions

Conflicting court orders sparked a standoff as police evicted Shabeel Project Services from a multibillion-shilling Mombasa Container Freight Station.

By Joackim Bwana 2026-04-02 20:45:00

Police evict firm from Mombasa CFS amid court contradictions

CS Murkomen orders fast-track IDs for foreign spouses

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered the fast-tracking of IDs and voter registration for eligible foreign women married to Kenyans in Taita Taveta County ahead of the 2027 election.

By Renson Mnyamwezi 2026-03-30 16:57:49

CS Murkomen orders fast-track IDs for foreign spouses

Construction of key Galana Kulalu projects lag, officials say

Construction delays affecting key Galana Kulalu infrastructure, including a Sh2.9 billion electricity project, are threatening plans to boost food production.

By Nehemiah Okwembah 2026-03-30 16:23:56

Construction of key Galana Kulalu projects lag, officials say

Chief, Ward Administrator in Tana River under probe over false clash reports.

A chief and ward administrator in Tana River are under investigation for providing false information amid clashes between the Wardei and Pokomo communities.

By Hudson Gumbihi 2026-03-29 18:38:14