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Why African ports' empty container pile-up crisis is deepening

Shipping lines are facing challenges and financial losses due to global trade imbalances, resulting in the accumulation of empty containers in import-heavy regions, including Africa.

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Five Wasini Island hotels face eviction after family wins Sh2.5bn land case

The beach land worth more than Sh2.5 billion belongs to the family patriarch, the late Mr Alawy Saggaf.

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Business leaders push for port expansion to unlock Coastal growth

Business leaders and government officials have renewed calls for the expansion of the Port of Mombasa, arguing that the facility holds untapped potential to drive Kenya’s economic growth.

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Kwale family begins eviction of squatters from 309 acre land on Wasini island

A Kwale family that got a title deed for 124.7 hectares or about 309 acres on Wasini island.

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Report: Cases of enforced disappearance on rise in Kenya

A report released yesterday has detailed ripple effects of the victims of Enforced Disappearance (ED) in Kenya.

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KPA steps up modernisation drive to ease congestion at Mombasa port

KPA Managing Director William Ruto has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to boosting efficiency at the Port of Mombasa through a series of strategic modernisation programmes.

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KNCCI rejects Bill seeking to establish Business Council of Kenya

KNCCI officials said the government should instead settle for their business entity and make it a statutory body, as indicated in an earlier letter by President William Ruto.

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Local vehicle assembly grows 35 per cent in seven years

Kenya’s vehicle assembly industry continues to gain momentum as manufacturers expand production capacity and reduce reliance on imported vehicles.

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Police hiring in Coast marred by corruption, report reveals

Human Rights Agenda said the recruitment carried out in November 2025 was marred by weak accountability and significant deviations from NPSC Regulations, 2015.

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KPA threaten to down tools over CBA

KPA have threatened to go on strike in the next seven days over a delay in the implementation of the 10 per cent pay rise deal.

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Trade crippled as South Sudan imposes new levy

South Sudan has introduced Sh461,820 container levy, which customs agents say will increase cost of doing business.

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Experts: Governance gaps hindering growth of blue economy

Maritime experts have called for effective governance of ocean resources and involvement of communities for the Blue Circular Economy (BCE) to thrive.

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KPA trains senior managers in national values

KPA conducted a high-level training on national cohesion, values, governance and access to information for general managers. 

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Anxiety as Mombasa port is slapped with surcharges amid ship delays

The spillover of ships from Tanzania following post-poll violence and the traditional surge in cargo arrival every last three months of the year have caused congestion at the Mombasa port.

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Low turnout in Magarini by-election as MP is ejected from polling station

Low voter turnout and claims of bribery have marred the Magarini by-election as voters went to the polls to elect their Member of Parliament (MP).

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Magarini: ODM on edge as opposition gets boost

The MP mini-poll sees Harrison Kombe and Stanley Kenga locked in a high-stakes duel.

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ODM, DCP size up popularity ahead of Magarini by-election

In the 2022 polls, Harrison Kombe was declared winner by a narrow margin of just 21 votes over his main rival, Stanley Kenga.

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Kaya elder who installed Raila as Duruma elder dies

Only Duruma traditional dances were performed at the funeral, which was attended by hundreds of mourners.

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Duale: Digital tools will help in weeding out counterfeit drugs, quacks

Duale said Kenya had strengthened governance to curb counterfeits.

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CS Joho claims shadowy individuals in ODM out to 'sacrifice him'

Joho said ODM experts within government had been marginalised and vowed to resist any attempts to undermine him.

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KPA to roll out 24-hour schedule in fresh port decongestion bid

The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) have inked a deal to speed up the processing of cargo at the port of Mombasa amid rising volumes.

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KPA acquires modern boats to boost efficiency

An earlier 14-day shipping list indicated that there were 52 ships expected to arrive at the two ports, mostly in Mombasa.

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Shipowners lobby objects new container cleaning charges at Mombasa port

Speaking through their lobby, Kenya Ships Agents Association (KSAA), the shipping lines argued that the charges were punitive. 

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Kenyan reporter abducted in Kwale by 'Tanzanians'

A Kenyan television reporter has been abducted at the Lungalunga border post in Kwale County by four men believed to be Tanzanian security officers.

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Kenyan reporter abducted by suspected Tanzanian security at Lungalunga border

Shoka Juma of Kwale-based Nyota TV had yesterday morning accompanied Kenyan human rights activists on a fact-finding mission at the border point.

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How KPA is racing to expand Mombasa Port ahead of peak season

Mombasa port is also investing in modern equipment and automation to cope with the increased cargo volumes attributed to the expansion of economies in the region.

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KPA moves to avert congestion as Mombasa port enters peak season

However, the anticipated increased activities at the port, which hits its peak season due to the arrival of goods for the festive season, are expected to pose a logistical challenge.

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Maraga: Door-to-door voter listing needed to avoid low turnout in 2027 polls

Maraga urged IEBC to undertake a door-to-door voter registration drive to reach out to more eligible voters.

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Kisumu port records significant growth

Kisumu Port continues to witness a steady rise in maritime activity, with more vessels docking and larger volumes of cargo passing through its terminals.

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How Raila inherited ex-minister Karisa Maitha political base

Raila Odinga mentored top leaders from the Coast while building his party after taking over the support base of late Cabinet Minister Karisa Maitha, observers have said.

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CS Cheptumo vows to secure heritage sites from encroachment

The said initiative will involve collaboration between the national and county governments to preserve cultural and historical sites for future generations.

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Raila died as a Coast man who caned him sought a 'handshake'

The two leaders were dancing to local tunes when Mdzomba emerged from the crowd and started caning Raila and Mvurya with a walking stick.

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Why port employees are seeking 60pc salary increase

DWU general secretary Simon Sang said KPC’s average profit was Sh8 billion per year while KPA makes an average of Sh14 billion per year.

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KPA workers split amid demand for pay increase

One faction protested against DWU Secretary General Simon Sang’s call for a demonstration to push for speedy negotiations for the salary hike and a better medical scheme.

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Why African states are pushing to unlock blue economy

African maritime states are yet to unlock the potential in the blue economy despite embarking on the journey for economic transformation through the sector 13 years ago.

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South Sudan to set up ICDs to counter rising port cargo charges

South Sudan will establish Inland Container Depots (ICDs) and Empty Container Depots (ECDs) as part of a raft of measures to reduce the cost of imports through the Port of Mombasa.

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Timely surgery saves Mombasa youth from going completely blind

Eye specialists describe retinal detachment as a medical emergency in which the retina separates from the back of the eye, leading to blurry vision.

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How rising costs at Mombasa Port are driving up South Sudan imports

South Sudan is the second largest transit market for Mombasa port after Uganda

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Will Gachagua's new ally turn the tables in Magarini by-election?

Kenga, who was stopped from challenging ODM nominee for Magarini joins Gachagua fold.

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Court decision paves way for maritime regulations overhaul

The Kenya Maritime Authority has won a case against the Kenya Ships Agents Association, which challenged the implementation of key regulations in the maritime sector.

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