Regional Marine Transport and Port Logistics Center in Kwale 82% complete
The Government is making significant strides in the development of the Regional Centre for Marine Transport and Port Logistics at Kombani in Matuga Constituency, Kwale County. The sh.607 million facility is now 82% complete, signaling a major milestone in Kenya’s efforts to strengthen its blue economy and position itself as a regional maritime hub. Speaking […]
Kwale Boda boda operators urged to collaborate with security agencies
Bodaboda operators in Kwale County have been urged to work closely with security agencies to help curb rising criminal activities in the region. Kevin Mubadi, former chairman of the Kwale Bodaboda Association, called on riders to report individuals—particularly youth—who use motorcycles to harass residents with machetes. He emphasized the importance of community support in identifying […]
Kwale County Government distances itself from Gazi demolition
The Kwale County Government has distanced itself from the recent demolition of 3,000 houses in the Gazi area of Msambweni, which followed a land ownership dispute. Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani stated that the county government was not involved in the demolition and had not been consulted before the incident. Speaking in Kwale town, Achani said […]
UDA to hold grassroot elections in 22 counties this weekend
Phase two of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party grassroots elections are set to be held in 22 counties this weekend. The UDA party has said all is set for the exercise set for this Friday and Saturday. This follows a high-level meeting chaired by the party chairperson Cecily Mbarire. The National Elections Board chairman […]
Arrest criminal minors with their parents, says Matuga MP
Matuga Member of Parliament Kassim Tandaza now wants security apparatus to arrest parents together with children accused of engaging in criminal activities. Tandaza said parents play a critical role in their childrens’ upbringing. “When a youth is arrested he or she must be arrested with his parent, because in law there is something called an […]
Serani bad start in rugby as Mnyenzeni fall short in hockey at National school games
Being known for their football prowess in the coastal region and across the country, Serani Secondary School has defied all odds this year by making it to the National Term One School Games through rugby—a feat that has surprised many. Their first match was one to remember. In the rugby 15s on Tuesday, Serani Secondary […]
Defending champions Dr Aggrey suffer defeat in day one of National School games
As the National Term One School Games began on Tuesday at Shimo la Tewa High School and Shanzu Teachers College in Mombasa County, basketball defending champions Dr. Aggrey suffered a surprising defeat, while former champions Kaya Tiwi made a powerful statement in their return. Dr. Aggrey, who lifted the national title last year in Machakos […]
More than 200 families left homeless in Gazi, Kwale County
More than 200 families were left homeless after the demolition of their houses in the Gazi area of Msambweni, Kwale County. The demolition happened on Monday, April 7, 2025, under the supervision of security officers. Residents say they did not receive any notification before the demolition. The residents, led by Jawabu Abdalla, said they had […]
Notorious drug trafficker arrested in Kwale, heroine found in pocket
Mombasa Anti-Narcotics Unit detectives say they have nabbed a notorious drug trafficker, Shee Hussein, at Magaoni area in Msambweni and recovered 200 grammes of heroin. According to DCI, the unit was acting on solid intelligence and pounced on Hussein aboard a public service vehicle. A quick search revealed 200 grams of heroin cleverly hidden in […]
Kwale farmers receive coconut seedlings
Kwale County Government has distributed 5,000 coconut seedlings to farmers in the county in a bid to enhance food security. While distributing the seedlings to farmers, Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani said the initiative was part of the county’s efforts to promote agricultural sustainability, enhance food, and empower its people. Achani urged all beneficiaries to plant […]