How to raise awareness during World Autism Day
As the world observes World Autism Awareness Day, it’s essential for all of us to take responsibility in spreading awareness about autism. You can start by educating yourself about the condition and sharing your knowledge with friends, family, and colleagues. Taking action—such as volunteering with organizations that support autistic individuals—can help create more inclusive environments […]
Human rights groups demand fresh National Youth Council elections
Human rights lobby groups under the Coast Civil Society Organization Network for Human Rights have given Youth Affairs and Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya a 14-day ultimatum to announce a new election date for the National Youth Council (NYC). Led by Ajenda Kenya in partnership with Siasa Place, the activists accuse the current NYC leadership […]
Adopt Gender-Responsive Procurement, urges PS Wang’ombe
The public and private sectors have been called on to adopt Gender-Responsive Procurement. While officially opening the 2nd Women in Procurement and Supply Chain Management Conference in Mombasa, Gender and Affirmative Action Principal Secretary Anne Wang’ombe said adopting Gender-Responsive Procurement in both public and private sectors will ensure women-led and women-owned businesses are central in […]
Tana River residents urged to heed flood warnings to avert tragedy
Residents of Tana River County have been urged to follow the instructions provided by the Meteorological Department to prevent tragedies caused by flooding during the rainy season. According to Abubakar Roba, the Tana River Red Cross Coordinator, the county is one of those that experiences disasters every rainy season. He stated that the department had […]
Activists urge gov’t action against rising drug abuse in Coastal region
Drug abuse activists in the Coast region are urging the government to take immediate action to address the rising issue of drug abuse in the area. Activists argue that drug-related problems are particularly prevalent along the Mombasa-Malindi-Lamu road. Anti-drug activist Famau Mohamed Famau emphasized the need for decisive measures to combat drug trafficking in the […]
Guardiola confirms Haaland set for long-term absence due to knee injury
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Erling Haaland will be sidelined for five-seven weeks after suffering a knee injury during the FA Cup quarter-final against Bournemouth last Sunday. Guardiola admitted that losing the Norwegian striker is a significant setback but remains hopeful that Haaland will recover in time to feature in the final […]
Notorious highway robbers arrested in Voi
Police officers based at Voi Police Station have apprehended three notorious highway robbers who are said to have been evading capture for quite some time. The suspects, Joseph Macharia Mwangi, 40, Peter Muchemi Maina, 36, and Agnes Malemba Mshenga, 32, were taken into custody after a surveillance operation along the Mombasa-Nairobi highway. “Upon conducting a […]
51 ‘panga boys’ suspects arrested in Mombasa’s Kisauni area
Police in Kisauni Mombasa county have arrested 51 suspects linked to the infamous panga Boys gang. The multi-agency operation was conducted in Corner ya Kisauni, Jocham Hospital, Barisheba, Sunlight, Mwandoni, Junda, Cobra, and Kadongo Grounds neighborhoods. According to a statement by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations DCI, five tuk-tuks, believed to be used in phone […]
PPRL calls on gov’t to address insecurity in the coast
Pwani Patriotic Religious Leaders (PPRL) have urged the government to implement measures to address rising insecurity in the coastal region. Speaking in Mombasa, PPRL Chairman, Sheikh Abu Qatada, said among the measures was the creation of job opportunities. According to Abu Qatada, the creation of job opportunities for young people will keep them busy and […]
Koffi Olomide releases reggae song
Music legend Koffi Olomide has for the first time ever done a reggae song. The song titled Je ne suis pas faché was released on 31st March 2025. Koffi known for Lingala and Rhumba hits was featured in the song by reggae maestro Alpha Blondy. Je ne suis pas fache’ loosely translates to ‘ Iam […]