Mombasa, Kenya| Serani Comprehensive School, one of Mombasa’s oldest and historically prestigious public secondary schools, has officially reopened its doors after a multi-million-shilling makeover funded by the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) for Mvita Constituency. The revamped institution in Old Town Ward, Mvita Sub-County, now features modern infrastructure designed to reverse years of infrastructural […]
Mombasa, Kenya| In a major blow to illicit trade networks, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has thwarted a sophisticated smuggling operation at the Port of Mombasa, seizing a staggering 9.5 million sticks of illegal cigarettes cleverly concealed as sanitary towels. Valued at approximately Sh200 million, the contraband could have evaded over Sh76 million in tax […]
In the bustling coastal city of Mombasa, where the rhythm of daily life intertwines with the demands of efficient governance, one man’s unwavering commitment to public service has catapulted him into the national spotlight. Harrison Yogo, the dynamic Manager of the Mombasa Huduma Centre, was recently hailed as a national hero in the Statesmanship category […]
In a dramatic escalation against one of Kenya’s most pressing urban crises, Mombasa County has unleashed a relentless 100-day crackdown on illegal water connections, exposing a web of corruption that includes high-ranking officials and landlords siphoning off precious resources. Governor Abdulswamad Nassir, labeling the theft as akin to “treason,” has vowed to slash the county’s […]
In a chilling account that has sent shockwaves through East Africa’s activist community, Mwabili Mwagodi, a prominent Kenyan human rights advocate, has detailed his traumatic abduction and four-day ordeal at the hands of unidentified assailants. The activist, known for his vocal stance on social justice and governance issues, was held incommunicado in Tanzania before being […]
Mombasa, Kenya| As Kenya gears up for the rollout of Grade 10 under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system in January 2026, the Vice-Chancellor of the Technical University of Mombasa (TUM), Prof. Leila Abubakar, has called on schools in the coastal region to integrate the Blue Economy into their curricula, with a particular emphasis on marine […]
Mombasa, Kenya| The nation is in mourning following the passing of Chief Kadhi Abdul Halim Hussein, a revered Islamic scholar and judicial leader, who died on Wednesday night. National leaders, including President William Ruto, Chief Justice Martha Koome, and Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho, have paid glowing tributes to the late Sheikh, celebrating his unwavering commitment […]
Mombasa, Kenya| In a bold move to address its escalating solid waste challenges, Mombasa County is set to launch an innovative youth-led waste management pilot program in July 2025. The initiative, spearheaded by Governor Abdulswamad Nassir, aims to transform the city’s waste collection and disposal systems by engaging Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), private garbage collectors, and […]
Mombasa, Kenya| Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has called for a comprehensive reassessment of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) in light of Kenya’s devolved governance framework, urging a shift in development funding from national legislators to county governments. Speaking during the 42nd Annual Conference of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) at […]
Mombasa, Kenya| The High Court has called for unwavering accountability in the exercise of devolved functions across Kenya, emphasizing the judiciary’s pivotal role in safeguarding constitutional values and promoting equitable governance. Speaking during the 2025 Annual High Court Leaders Conference held at the Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort in Mombasa, Deputy Chief Justice (DCJ) Philomena Mwilu […]
