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KenyaChevron Jack JohnsSave this storySaveSave this storySaveAll products and listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links In the now faded photo: my mum, demure in an off-white, gold-trimmed sari, hands half-hidden in a swirl of henna; my dad, suit wrinkled, sporting Jackie O sunglasses borrowed from my auntie to block out the Mombasa sun then and now “the best seafood restaurant on the whole coast of Kenya,” Mohamed The views from here have not changed much in the last half century colonial mansions hide behind a tangle of trees and the boxy flat-roofed buildings of Old Town discolored by the salt-laden Indian Ocean air Wood fishing boats bob in quiet inlets where my parents once spent weekends learning to water-ski It was an improbable romance. My father had moved from rural England to Mombasa to seek his fortune; my mother was part of the town's close-knit, conservative Indian Bohra community They fell in love and somehow convinced my grandparents to allow them to marry But the story of the Swahili coast has always been one of movement and exchange and traditions swept along by the tireless trade winds—the steady northeasterly kaskazi; the antithetical southwesterly kusi; and the transitional matalai Peponi Hotel in Shela village has been a Lamu institution since the 1960s I fell hopelessly in love with Kenya early on—its freewheeling spirit, infinite beaches, and sprawling national parks—and have returned often But my mum's Alzheimer's diagnosis has turned her memories into precious making links to this part of my heritage feel more tenuous than before Suddenly I am conscious of all the questions I never thought to ask from my home in Dubai to Mombasa and Lamu and back again to try to understand this place that feels at once so foreign and so familiar I imagine my mum at Mama Ngina Waterfront Park named for Kenya's original first lady but known simply as Lighthouse by locals due to the British-built white behemoth that looms in the distance Respectable Muslim girls have long come here to promenade amid hawkers serving muhogo (golden-fried chile- and lemon-covered cassava crisps) and fresh coconuts picked from palms mere feet away The Likoni ferry departs from around the corner—stocky and tourists crossing the Kilindini Harbour into Kwale County and on to the sprawling resorts of Diani on the south coast stoic Fort Jesus is a manifestation of Swahili history Built as a defensive structure by the Portuguese in the 1590s served as a British prison beginning in the 1890s was converted into a museum a year before Kenya gained its independence in 1963 and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011 Each of Peponi Hotel’s 29 guest rooms has an ocean view Ace of Base is blaring from a souvenir shop at the foot of the fort's adamantine walls a Rorschach-esque composition of original stone and layers of ochre paint In the elevated central courtyard where soldiers would have once stood watch a group of children on a school trip are being corralled with a rendition of “If You're Happy and You Know It.” I clap my hands views of the open sea—and potential attacks by enemy forces but this part of Mombasa remains a mystery—to me and many residents—shunned in favor of the mainland's leafier Nyali neighborhood or the unending beaches of Bamburi further down the road All is quiet on Sir Mbarak Hinawy Road as it leads me away from the fort and brass lamps that wouldn't look out of place in the souks of Cairo or Damascus This Middle Eastern legacy is imprinted on the Kenyan coast as ever-present as the jagged cries of Indian crows and the low incessant rumble of waves hitting the reef more than half a mile out to sea Arab influences roll off the tongue as part of the Swahili language drift through the air five times a day with the azan and skirt the seas in the form of hulking dhows largely unchanged since traders from the north first appeared on these shores a particularly impressive specimen at nearly 53 feet making it one of the largest dhows left in Africa It is currently being restored in a secluded boatyard on Lamu island one of the master craftsmen responsible for its makeover helps me up a rickety ladder so I can peer into its cavernous belly its wood ribs exposed like the skeleton of a gigantic beast The Utamaduni shares this stretch of beach with a more modern descendant the world's first dhow made entirely from recycled plastic Covered in a decorative mosaic of 30,000 multicolored flip-flops found discarded on Kenya's beaches Flipflopi Ndogo made its maiden voyage from Lamu to Zanzibar in 2019 stopping at coastal villages along the way to raise awareness of plastic pollution being improved and reproduced in smaller versions that hopefully will one day be seen by local fishermen as a viable alternative to traditional wood boats A local woman on Kiwayu Island in the Lamu archipelago boat and donkey are still the only means of getting around the island It's a surprisingly forward-thinking enterprise in a place where time seems otherwise to have stopped entirely Boat and donkey are the only modes of transport in the Lamu Archipelago a forgotten cluster of islands where lingering sunsets illuminate gold-tinged sands Few people come to Lamu—two degrees south of the equator a stone's throw from the Somali border and at what feels like the edge of the world—without being moved by it Marcella Anselmetti visited from Italy 35 years ago as a documentary filmmaker and knew that she would be back one day to stay in a tree house on her property on Lamu's Manda Island she now performs sound baths on weary travelers enveloped in the echoes of drums and gongs and any sense of time—is the linchpin of the Lamu experience but nevertheless guests have been flocking here since it opened in 1967 for the views It's the kind of place that provides photocopies of hand-drawn maps to guests whose mother- and father-in-law founded the then four-room hotel A trio of Maasai tribesmen is playing soccer on the beach in front of the hotel as I embark on the 10-minute boat ride to Lamu Old Town one morning In East Africa's oldest Swahili settlement continuously inhabited for more than 700 years a matrix of UNESCO-listed buildings line the narrow labyrinthine streets crowds gather amid tiny stalls that sell mango chutneys and mabuyu The newly opened Hidden Gallery offers a peek inside traditional homes built specifically to protect privacy and modesty Owner Swabir worked in the States for decades before returning to his hometown and transforming a 17th-century house into a café and gallery A 20-minute plane ride takes me south to the mainland town of Malindi where it's the Italians who have left their mark jokes as we pass Italian-owned hotels and restaurants touting pizzas and young children who shout “Ciao!” from the roadside and there's a stylized sheen to the place that's different from Mombasa's endearing shabbiness or Lamu's antiquated otherworldliness Many of the hotels on the Kenyan coast remain trapped in a 1980s time warp These are the musty all-inclusives that I remember from my childhood Most in-the-know travelers opt for private villas and beach cottages and East African Retreats offers some of the best roaming nine impeccably designed rooms set around an infinity pool on a bluff that tumbles dramatically to the sea Everything is interconnected on the Swahili coast Kilifi is where Kenya's creatives and remote workers have begun to settle and the town hums with bohemian nonchalance “It's down-to-earth and very artistic,” Ophélie Pinguet tells me the creative industry is growing.” The young French Rwandan artist and I are having breakfast at the Food Movement and coworking spaces in the heart of a sisal plantation She gravitated to Kilifi after graduating from the Sorbonne in Paris embracing the gentle pace of life which is mirrored in her whimsical abstract paintings A beautifully patinaed building in Mombasa’s Old Town Silky separates and breezy dresses hang invitingly next door at Hamaji whose name translates from coastal Swahili as nomad was founded by Kenya-born Louise Sommerlatte with the support of the UN-backed Ethical Fashion Initiative Its sophisticated collections are crafted from natural fibers and upcycled vintage clothing This season's butter-soft knitwear is spun from silk and organic wool by women in disadvantaged communities on Mount Kenya Sommerlatte tells me that she is inspired by East Africa The colorful chaos of the Kenyan coast—its British street names and disorderly markets—makes perfect sense to me and a stretch of lawn that rolls toward the horizon before dropping into the sea Want to be the first to know? Sign up to our newsletters for travel inspiration and tips A Guide to Korčula, Croatia Why Everyone Will Be Going to Osaka in 2025 A London Local’s Melting-Pot Itinerary for Food This New Eco-Cruise Through the Galápagos Takes Passengers On a Safari at Sea up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse We understand that time is the greatest luxury which is why Condé Nast Traveler mines its network of experts and influencers so that you never waste a meal or a hotel stay wherever you are in the world DePIN Summit Africa the premier global event for Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) and policymakers to explore the transformative potential of decentralized infrastructure globally which brought together some of the most influential voices in DePIN this year’s Africa Summit is poised to expand DePIN’s impact even further including Kristof de Spiegeleer & Florian Fournier (Co-Founders Quantinium) and other leading entrepreneurs alongside local industry and government leaders emphasized the importance of the summit in shaping the future of decentralized infrastructure: “DePIN Summit Africa is more than just an event; it’s a movement toward a truly decentralized we’re taking it to the next level with groundbreaking collaborations.” highlighted the expansion of the event: “DePIN is rapidly reshaping industries across the world and this summit is the place where the builders and visionaries converge to drive real impact We’re excited to bring these conversations to Mombasa and Zanzibar following previous events in NYC and the Bay Area.” underscored the significance of global collaboration: “DePIN Summit Africa will be a catalyst for new partnerships and projects where it matters most We’re bringing together the brightest minds to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in decentralized infrastructure.” fostering the next wave of innovation in decentralized infrastructure For more information and to secure spot, users can visit www.depinsummit.xyz DePIN Summit Africa is the leading global event focused on Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks and innovators to discuss the future of decentralized infrastructure Users can join the conversation on social media with #DePINSummit2025 The Elephant As gentrification takes hold in Mombasa, many families are being dispossessed to make way for commercial or luxury projects. But the stakes are not just about land but about preserving the spirit of a city that has stood for centuries as a symbol of Swahili culture. The clash between progress and cultural heritage often results in painful outcomes, particularly the loss of family land and historical homes. The question remains: At what cost are we changing our city? Are we sacrificing the very things that make Mombasa unique in the pursuit of “modern” progress? Mombasa stands as a prime example of the conflict between modernisation and heritage. As the transformation takes place, I can’t fail to notice the constant hum of construction around me, “the sound of modernity”, so to speak. Everywhere I walk in Mombasa, I hear the clattering of concrete mixers, the pounding of hammers on steel and the heavy thud of trucks unloading sand and cement. But beneath this symphony of progress, there is another sound – the sound of dispossession. The transformation of Mombasa is not just a clash between modernity and heritage; it is a deeper clash of values. It pits those who fail to respect and treasure the rich cultural heritage of the Swahili community against those driven by the pursuit of profit at the expense of people. Unfortunately, these injustices have been compounded by legal frameworks that have historically deprived many of our poor fathers and grandfathers of their land rights. For generations, local communities – often unaware of their legal entitlements or the complexities of land transactions – have become vulnerable to exploitation further entrenching the cycle of dispossession and deepening the historical inequalities in land ownership. One of the key aspects often overlooked in these land transactions is that, for many families in Mombasa, land is not just an economic asset but an anchor of identity, heritage and livelihood. Losing ancestral land severs ties to history, culture and community. Unlike the elites who view land as a means of wealth accumulation, Swahili communities see it as a way of life. The solution also lies in empowering communities and educating them on their rights. With inclusive planning and equitable policies, we can ensure that Mombasa’s future reflects its rich past while offering opportunities for all. Without stronger regulations, more inclusive urban planning and greater support for vulnerable communities, the cycle of land dispossession will continue and will further displace and disenfranchise those who are least equipped to fight back. Labada dhulgariirba wax khasaare ah ma geysan Waxaa la baahiyay sawirrada markii aabe uu dhagaystay wadnaha gabadhiisa oo dhimatay oo ka dhex garaacmaya xabbadka nin ay badbaadisay arrintaasi waxay ka dhacday dalka Maraykanka Bill Conner ayaa baaskiil ka qaatay gurigiisa oo ku yaalla Wisconsin isaga oo boqollaal kiiloo mitir jaray si uu garaaca wadnaha gabadhiisa ugu soo dhagaysto magaalada Baton Rouge ee caasimadda u ah gobolka Louisiana ee dalka Maraykanka Sii aqri: Nin iska ooyay markuu dhagaystay garaaca wadnaha gabadhiisa oo dhimatay Mahad Karate waa mid ka mid ah hoggaamiyeyaasha ugu awoodda badan ee ururka Al-Shabaab oo iyaga iyo dadka deegaanka oo kaashanaya ciidamada dowladda uu dagaal ku dhexmarayo qeyb ka mid ah gobollada Soomaaliya Hoggaamiyahan ayaa loo arkaa in uu kaalin weyn ku leeyahay dagaalkaas Dhowr jeer ayuu ururku soo weeraray gobolkaas toddobaadyadii ugu dambeeyay ka dib markii dadka deegaanka oo is-abaabulay iyo ciidamada dowladda ay ka qabsadeen dhul ballaaran oo muhiim u ahaa kooxdan oo maxaynu ka naqaan noloshiisa Shabaab kahor laakiin kan rasmiga ah waa Cabdiraxmaan Maxamed Warsame waxaa la rumeysan yahay in uu ku dhashay magaalada Xarardheere ee gobolka Mudug Sheekada oo dhameystiran halkaan hoose ka aqriso: Maxaad ka taqaannaa Mahad Karate, hoggaamiyaha awoodda badan ee Mareykanku raadinayo? Kenya News Agency Raymond Omollo has called for collective efforts by security teams and religious and political leaders in the fight against drugs and substance abuse along the Mombasa–Nairobi highway Omollo said there is a lot of drug trafficking targeting the youth along the major road and it is time for the relevant authorities and other stakeholders to move with speed and eradicate the menace completely The PS was speaking during the commemoration of the Chiefs Climate Action Day at Athi River Primary School in Mavoko Sub-county where a tree-planting exercise was spearheaded by local chiefs together with school children aimed at combating the impact of climate change normally led by the respective area chiefs has become a monthly national campaign conducted every first Friday of the month across all locations in the country Omollo called upon parents and teachers to work together and ensure they know the company their children keep Teachers should also remain on high alert to note any slight changes in behaviour or a drop in class performance “Parents and teachers should at all times keep the children away from unwarranted distractions and temptations that may interfere with their education,” he said the PS condemned individuals who take advantage of the country’s unemployed youth to hook them into drugs and other criminal activities thus causing the loss of a whole generation of Kenyans who can no longer achieve their full potential “It would not be acceptable for us to sit down and watch a few individuals mislead our children Let parents and teachers take full responsibility and ensure the children are only focused on education for posterity,” he added Omollo pointed out that involving children in noble activities like tree planting is the surest way of addressing climate change action by promoting environmental awareness and instilling a sense of responsibility The PS added that this particular tree-planting exercise aimed at improving the prevailing environment and atmosphere in Mavoko and the larger Machakos in the coming years by championing grassroots-driven climate action “We want to come back here after five years and find a tree forest in Athi River that will help in conserving the environment,” reiterated the PS disclosed that in a bid to achieve the presidential directive of planting 15 billion trees countrywide by 2032 Machakos County has so far planted over 2.8 million trees “We are well on course toward achieving our target of three million trees You must be logged in to post a comment Kenya Broadcasting Corporation MyGov Kenya National Archives Kenya Yearbook Editorial Board Kenya Institute of Mass Communication Media Council of Kenya eCitizen – Gateway to All Government Services How to make payments to the Directorate of Information County Focus, March, 2025. 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Click here to get back to where you came from The Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA) has announced that it intends to acquire more land for the dualling of the Mombasa-Mariakani Road In a notice issued in the Kenya Gazette issue of April 30 the authority issued an update on the pieces of land they were pursuing including the deletion of the previously listed MN/V/2028 "The National Land Commission intends to acquire additional parcels of land on behalf of the Kenya National Highways Authority for the dualling of Mombasa–Mariakani (A109) Road," part of the notice read KeNHA also modified the acquisition notice of four more land parcels were also listed as corrigendum or as having been fully corrected Those who wish to inspect the parcels of land listed have been encouraged to do so at the Ministry of Lands headquarters at Ardhi House "Plans for the affected land may be inspected during office hours at the office of the National Land Commission and at the National Land Commission’s County Co-ordinator’s Office in Mombasa County," the statement added KeNHA announced that the hearing of claims laid on the mentioned land would be conducted later this month on different dates and locations "The National Land Commission on behalf of Kenya National Highways Authority gives notice of the hearing of claims to compensation for interested parties in the land required for the dualling of Mombasa–Mariakani (A109) Road shall be held on the dates and places as shown below," the statement read At the Changamwe Chief’s Office on Tuesday a hearing will be held for claims of the title numbers MN/VI/4786 (MN/VI/2842/2/4) and MN/VI/4786 (MN/VI/2842/2/2) the hearing for land title MN/V/2379 will be heard at the Miritini Chief's Office MN/V/2689 and MN/V/2626 at the Rabai Chief's Office is on Thursday members of the public willing to make a claim on the listed land have been urged to make a written inquiry to the Kenya Lands Commission offices in Nairobi or Mombasa "Every person interested in the affected land is required to deliver to the National Land Commission on or before the day of the inquiry a written claim to compensation land ownership documents and bank account details to the Commission offices and at the National Land Commission Office in Mombasa County," the notice concluded Copyright © techoraco and its affiliated companies 2025 Its new Mombasa IXP is expected to go live early in Q1 of 2025 and will mirror the technical set-up of LINX’s Nairobi site, using technology from Nokia to enable peering services The connectivity news and insights that matter - straight to your inbox “The launch of the Mombasa IXP is a significant complement to the existing LINX IXP in Nairobi a step that will bolster interconnection across East Africa,” said Nurani Nimpuno “Improved efficient local traffic exchange enhances network resilience and supports a seamless digital experience.” LINX will expand its partnership with local data centre operator iColo as part of the expansion with its Mombasa IXP becoming the first at iColo’s MBA2 facility “With over 90 networks connected at our data centre campuses in Mombasa the addition of LINX gives our customers a far-reaching global platform for enhancing interconnectivity,” said Ranjith Cherickel “We are excited by the numerous opportunities presented by this collaboration.” “This expansion strengthens not only our partnership with iColo as we work together to pave the way for greater connectivity LINX appoints Jennifer Holmes as new CEO LINX services go live at Lunar Digital's Manchester data centre ITW Africa: LINX expands Nairobi network to PAIX data centres You have reached the limit for gifting for this month Welcome to the official Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) News YouTube channel. DIB Bank Kenya (DIBBK), a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Islamic Bank PJSC—the largest Islamic bank in the UAE—has officially opened a new branch in Nyali, Mombasa, marking the bank’s eighth branch in the country. The new location, which increases its Mombasa footprint to three branches, is DIBBK’s latest addition within a week, following the successful launch of its South C branch in Nairobi. This expansion aligns with the bank’s strategic growth plan to facilitate businesses and meet the rising demand for Shariah-compliant financial solutions. The opening of the Nyali location is a direct response to customers’ calls for greater convenience in the bank’s products and services. This branch joins the existing Moi Avenue and Bondeni branches, further strengthening DIBBK’s presence in Mombasa. “We are excited about our move to Nyali. As a high-traffic area, we are poised to serve our existing and potential clients better and strengthen our market presence,” said Ms Mary Kanuku, Ag. CEO/Managing Director of DIB Bank Kenya. As part of its expansion strategy, DIB Bank Kenya (DIBBK) celebrates this milestone as a reaffirmation of its commitment to delivering accessible Shariah-compliant financial solutions. This achievement highlights the rising demand for ethical banking in Kenya and positions DIBBK as a key enabler of inclusive, value-driven financial services in the region. “The new branch, which is conveniently located in Nyali, brings us closer to our fast-growing customer base,” explained DIB Board of Directors member Dr Steve Mainda. “We will continue to invest in carefully chosen locations, meet the growing demand for our services and products, and grow the business.” The chief guest, Mr. Mohamed Osman Ali, County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Tourism, Culture, and Trade in Mombasa County, welcomed DIB Bank Kenya’s increasing presence in the coastal city: “County 001 continues to facilitate favourable investment opportunities. I congratulate you on this milestone achievement.” Dr Mbwarali Kame, PhD, CECM for Education and VTC, Mombasa County, also attended the launch among other guests. Currently, DIB Bank Kenya, which successfully entered the Kenyan market in 2017, now has eight strategic locations across Nairobi and Mombasa. DIB Bank Kenya Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Islamic Bank PJSC. The bank, which was licensed and began operations in 2017, is a fully-fledged commercial bank that offers exclusively Sharia-compliant banking services to both business and personal customer segments. It was the first commercial Islamic bank to be established in the world in 1975 and is a public joint-stock company listed on the Dubai Financial Market (PJSC). Information You Can Trust: Stay instantly connected with breaking stories and live updates. From politics and technology to entertainment and beyond, we provide real-time coverage you can rely on, making us your dependable source for 24/7 news. South Sudan traders are protesting a directive to pay duty at the port entry in dollars instead of South Sudan pounds saying it increases the cost of doing business Kenya International Freight and Warehousing Association (Kifwa) chairman Roy Mwanthi told The EastAfrican that pharmaceuticals food and other goods are stuck in thousands of containers and vehicles in Kenya due to the standoff Mr Mwanthi said goods cleared as far back as November 20 have not moved out of the port due to the directive issued by South Sudan Revenue Authority (SSRA) that duty and taxes be cleared before the cargo is released from Mombasa He said the refusal by the importers to pay taxes has caused congestion at the port and container freight stations.“The traders want to be allowed to pay at the Nimule border in South Sudanese pounds,” Mr Mwanthi said clearing and forwarding agents say they face high charges and are even threatening to stop handling South Sudanese cargo.“We have received invoices from the Kenya Revenue Authorities (KRA) to pay custom warehouse rent and other charges from government and private agencies due to delay in movement of the cargo Thousands of containers are incurring storage charges overnight charges for trucks and other demurrage charges as a result of delay in return of containers,” Mr Mwanthi said Mombasa Kifwa branch chairman Leonard Njiru said the practice is against the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA) 2004 which only allows for use of bond or payment of duty for transit goods.“We wonder who will pay for the demurrages,” he said Clearing agents are threatening to stop handling South Sudan cargo until SSRA writes to shipping lines agents and CFSs to grant a waiver of demurrage for all containers that arrived since November 20 2024 until normal cargo movement is restored costs as a result of the delays -- which is not their fault -- is waived before handling any South Sudan-destined cargo in 2025,” Mr Njiru said © Copyright 2022 Nation Media Group. 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(Syndigate.info) Get insights and exclusive content from the world of business and finance that you can trust The United States Infrastructure Investment firm has announced plans to begin the construction of the Nairobi-Mombasa expressway next year who clarified that the construction of the 440-kilometre highway would commence in the first quarter of 2026 McCarter revealed that Everstrong Capital was planning to submit a formal feasibility study in May this year for approval by the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) "Update on delivery: submitting feasibility study in May looking for on-time approval from Kenha & PPP financial close by end of year and construction beginning Q1 2026," McCarter announced The former US Ambassador to Kenya gave the update hours after meeting former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in which the two leaders discussed the need for proper infrastructure in Africa the duo also discussed the positive economic impact the Nairobi-Mombasa expressway would have on Kenyans and the wider region The announcement comes about two months after Everstrong Capital and CPF Capital & Advisory Limited officially signed a project agreement to raise Ksh129 billion for the construction of the highway The road which connects Kenya's largest cities aims to enhance the country’s transport sector and improve regional connectivity the road project aims to revolutionise Kenya’s transportation network positioning the country as a key player in the East African wealth corridor by enhancing connectivity and boosting economic growth It is expected to be the largest toll road in Africa and focuses on sustainability electric vehicle charging and renewable energy infrastructure. The construction of the highway is also expected to reduce the travel time between the two cities to at most 4 hours from the usual 10 to 12 hours The announcement for the construction of the highway was first made in May last year during President William Ruto's state visit to the United States Everstrong Capital signed the Project Development Agreement (PDA) with KeNHA officials in Ruto and Biden's presence authorising the full development rights to Everstrong Capital and its partners The construction of the highway was initially suspended in 2019 after Kenya hit its debt ceiling forcing the Kenyan government to seek alternative methods of construction through the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) A group of angry Gen Zs on Friday stormed the county Parliament of Mombasa demanding answers over the delayed release of the Mombasa county budget for the upcoming 2025/2026 Financial Year Footage obtained by Kenyans.co.ke showed the youths, joined by activists with some having the Kenyan flag tied on their necks, confronting county officials over the lack of transparency and lack of sufficient public participation in the process of coming up with the county’s budget worth billions the Gen Zs criticised Members of County Assembly (MCAs) accusing them of excluding young people from the decision-making process and citing the MCAs’ inefficiencies as the root cause of many of the county's problems “We had to take things into our own hands and bring ourselves here What we want immediately addressed is the delayed release of the county budget in 2025/2026 We wonder why it is not yet out and yet our basic needs are covered in this budget,” one of the Gen Zs posited hospitals do not work when there is a budget Doctors will strike and there will be a shortage of medicines,” she further averred The youths proceeded to present their demands to the Clerk of the County Assembly who promised a prompt response to their concerns So we will go and deliberate this on Monday (May 5) you can come back with three representatives and we can give you an informed response,” Clerk Juma assured the unbowed youths vowed to return to the chambers if their demands were not met Mombasa County's approved budget stands at Ksh16.25 billion reflecting an 11 per cent increase from the previous year’s allocation The county budgeting process in Kenya is a structured and participatory cycle guided by law It begins with the development of key planning documents such as the County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) and the Annual Development Plan (ADP) which set out long-term and annual priorities The County Treasury then prepares the County Fiscal Strategy Paper (CFSP) by February outlining budget ceilings and proposed spending allowing citizens and stakeholders to give their input detailed budget estimates are submitted to the County Assembly and approves them by 30 June through the Appropriation Bill with regular monitoring and reporting to ensure transparency and accountability Message Invalid character found in the request target The valid characters are defined in RFC 7230 and RFC 3986 Description The server cannot or will not process the request due to something that is perceived to be a client error (e.g. Note The full stack trace of the root cause is available in the server logs The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced that there will be traffic disruptions on a section of Nairobi-bound lanes at a section of Mombasa Road on Sunday and Monday due to maintenance In a statement on Wednesday, April 30, KeNHA Director General Kungu Ndungu said that the lanes that are at the Mombasa road (A8) near Katani Road Junction will experience traffic disruption on Sunday the authority will be installing the remaining fabricated footbridge beams in the section Motorists have been urged to adhere to the directives that will be given by the traffic marshals who will be present on site "The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) wishes to notify the public that a section of Mombasa Road (A8) near Katani Road Junction will experience traffic disruption along the Nairobi-bound lanes from Saturday "This is to allow for the installation of the remaining fabricated footbridge beams KeNHA advises motorists to follow the proposed traffic management plan below and cooperate with the police and traffic marshals on site," he added The announcement comes hours after the authority also warned of a traffic disruption on the Nakuru-Kampi ya Moto (B17) Road after a huge sinkhole emerged on Wednesday Morning which was formed after a heavy downpour in the area prompted motorists to seek alternative routes after the local authorities barricaded the road While some witnesses speculated that the sinkhole was caused by the ongoing heavy downpour the country is currently experiencing authorities have not yet revealed what the actual cause was In a statement on Wednesday, April 30, the authority assured that a team has been deployed to ensure that the hole is covered and normalcy is restored and Baringo are advised to use the diversion road as directed by police and traffic marshals on-site," it stated motorists should approach the affected section with caution and follow the guidance provided by the traffic marshals and police at the scene," it added The Mombasa Hospital graced the celebration marking Midwives Week with a special event to honor the critical role midwives play in advancing maternal and reproductive health As part of its commitment to quality maternity care the hospital hosted a special fete to give back to the community bringing together expectant mothers from its clinics and surrounding neighborhoods for a day filled with education The day was packed with a range of activities and featured interactive health talks on key topics such as the importance of regular antenatal clinic attendance said that they also conducted educational sessions and comprehensive clinical check-ups for all attending mothers These included monitoring vital signs such as weight and blood pressure as well as medical examinations to identify and address any complications early Those found to be in good health were encouraged to continue attending their clinic appointments regularly She added that to make the day both informative and engaging they also incorporated physical activities like Zumba sessions which mothers enjoyed alongside their partners These exercises were designed to strengthen the pelvic and lower back muscles contributing to better physical and emotional preparedness for labor and delivery Special focus was placed on educating birth partners on their supportive roles throughout the pregnancy and childbirth journey Mombasa Hospital is committed to a holistic approach to maternal and reproductive health “Our services extend to the prevention of mother-to-child transmission These efforts align closely with UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 which aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages,” she said Chiragdin acknowledged the dedicated team and strong collaboration with the county government noting that they are proud to report that last year they recorded zero maternal deaths at the hospital and with continued support from the county and leadership from our governor we remain focused on improving maternal health outcomes and ensuring every mother has access to quality Among those who attended the event were Carl and Hanifa a couple preparing to welcome their first child who hails from the USA and is married to Hanifa shared how the event provided valuable insights and practical tools to help them prepare for childbirth together “We just attended a session where we learned a lot about the birthing process and how I can be a source of support during labor,” Carl said “They taught us exercises we can do as a couple including dancing and movement routines that help ease discomfort I now understand how simple things like keeping her happy and comfortable can help release endorphins and reduce pain during labor.” expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to learn alongside her partner “It truly feels like a supportive village,” she said “The sessions have been so helpful not just for me It’s encouraging to know that you don’t have to go through this journey alone having someone close makes a big difference.” She admitted she hadn’t started exercising yet but felt motivated to begin after attending the event “I now see how important it is to stay active and prepare my body for labor I’m happy I came; it’s been an eye-opening experience.” the Mombasa Hospital continues to bridge knowledge gaps promote shared responsibility in maternal care and foster a culture where both mothers and their support partners are empowered throughout the pregnancy journey a first-time mother who expressed her appreciation for the day’s lessons and hospital services and the importance of exercise during pregnancy,” she said Grace also praised the facility’s maternity wards noting a preference for the private ward but acknowledging the general ward as equally impressive Speaking highly of the care she’s received I can say the services here are 100 percent.” You must be logged in to post a comment the digital infrastructure business arm of MTN Group announced on Tuesday the completion of a terrestrial fibre network connecting Mombasa to Uganda via the border cities of Malaba and Busia The fibre network will interconnect into Uganda via Malaba and Busia for onward connectivity to Rwanda South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) which will boost reliability in the region said Bayobab Kenya’s managing director Sylvia Anampiu in a statement we aim to create a seamless pathway to Uganda fostering economic development and growth across these countries,” she said The company said the fibre network follows Kenya Railway’s metre gauge railway line route spanning over 1,000 kilometres on the Kenyan side which Bayobab says creates an opportunity for towns along the route to be connected to the internet It also enables ISPs looking at expanding or boosting connectivity in the areas along the route to leverage Bayobab Kenya’s open access fibre infrastructure as a high-capacity backbone The new route is part of Bayobab Kenya’s National Long-Distance fibre project, the first phase of which was launched in 2022, running from Mombasa to Malaba along the Kenya Pipeline route. It is also part of Project East2West which was launched last year with the aim of building a terrestrial fibre optic cable network connecting the eastern shores of Africa to those on the continent’s west "Our strategic investment in Kenya’s segment of the East2West Fibre Project underscores our dedication to pushing the boundaries of telecommunications infrastructure through our Ambition 2025 of building 135,000 km of proprietary fibre across Africa,” Anampiu said The Kenya Meteorological Department has predicted moderate rains in some parts of the country between Friday to Tuesday next week May 2 said the rains were expected in parts of the Lake Victoria basin the Western part of Kenya and the Coastal region Gikungu indicated that morning rains were expected in the Highland East counties of Nyandarua The Kenya Met boss also projected downpour in counties within the Lake Victoria Basin and Rift Valley Other counties expected to experience a similar weather pattern include parts of West Pokot these regions would experience sunny intervals in the morning followed by showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon Gikungu also clarified that the coastal counties of Mombasa were expected to receive heavy downpours over the weekend The weatherman further revealed that May was expected to mark the peak of the long rains in the country with Kenyans warned of the possibility of waterborne diseases While rainfall was expected in several parts of the country Gikungu also cautioned residents living in the Highlands East of the Rift Valley to brace for very cold night-time temperatures He said that night temperatures in Nyandarua and Nairobi were expected to drop to as low as 10°C as well as isolated areas in the Highlands West of the Rift Valley were projected to experience very high daytime temperatures Gikungu disclosed that daytime temperatures would be a minimum of 30°C over the next five days Welcome to the official Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) News YouTube channel The luxury cruise liner MV Norwegian Dawn has docked at the Port of Mombasa from Seychelles stretching 294 metres in length with a draft of 8.3 metres ranks among the largest cruise ships ever to dock in Mombasa According to a statement by the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) the arrival of Norwegian Dawn highlights the growing appeal of Kenya as a cruise destination following the recent docking of MS Europa and MS World Odyssey the latter famously known as ‘Semester at Sea’ The Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport hailed the arrival of the vessel as a testament to Kenya’s growing status as a top tourist destination The continued increase in cruise vessel visits is attributed to the enhanced infrastructure at Mombasa Port including a modern cruise terminal and strategic developments positioning Kenya as a preferred stopover for international liners “With a length overall of 294 metres and a draft of 8.3 metres she is one of the largest cruise vessels to ever call Mombasa bringing the over 2000 tourists from various nationalities majorly the United States of America to the Kenyan shores.” The statement read “Enhanced infrastructure notably a modern cruise terminal and other strategic developments have led to a surge in cruise vessel calls at the ports of Mombasa and Lamu positioning Kenya as key destination for international cruise liners.” The vessel was piloted into the port in the early morning hours by Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director Capt ensuring a seamless arrival for the luxury liner The tourists are expected to visit key attractions such as Fort Jesus providing a significant boost to the local tourism sector The government has prioritized enhancing Mombasa’s cruise terminal and road networks to facilitate easy movement for visitors exploring the region Information You Can Trust: Stay instantly connected with breaking stories and live updates From politics and technology to entertainment and beyond we provide real-time coverage you can rely on making us your dependable source for 24/7 news the billionaire owner of Mombasa Cement who died on Thursday at the age of 58 after a short illness was undoubtedly a philanthropist extraordinaire sparked an outpouring of grief that reverberated across the coastal region and far beyond Patel was rushed to Premier Hospital after experiencing severe stomach pains He was pronounced dead on arrival at around 1 p.m “It is sad to announce the death of Mr Hasmukh Kanji Patel The CEO of Mombasa Cement has left us,” Bhaloo said was a prominent figure in East Africa’s cement industry Hasu later did a course in Business Management from Kingston University in the UK after which he set up Mombasa Cement in 2007 the company grew into a major player in the regional construction sector known for its advanced technology and commitment to environmental sustainability His philanthropy has been most effective in the coastal counties of Mombasa which feeds over 40,000 people daily in Mombasa solving problems related to hunger among the most vulnerable Patel’s love for education saw the building of Sahajanand Special School training more than 5,000 children with both physical and mental challenges The school provides for their needs besides giving a formal education His generosity stretched to the health sector most notably covering Sh2.2 million in hospital bills for 52 patients at Coast General Hospital for such patients to receive necessary medical attention his commitment to environmental conservation was exemplified by his transformation of the Kibarani dumpsite into a Sh700 million public park which features animal sculptures and greenery providing a recreational space for the community The businessman was also into infrastructural development to ensure water supply in slum regions and built public facilities such as concrete walls in schools and police stations his work earned him widespread recognition both locally and internationally including the prestigious Kenyan state award Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir and other leaders have mourned Patel’s passing highlighting his profound impact on society “Mr Patel will be remembered for his active participation in society affairs in Mombasa as well as his generous support for the underprivileged,” Nassir said He leaves behind his wife and three children We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze how you use this website and provide the content and advertisements that are relevant to you These cookies will only be stored in your browser with your prior consent You can choose to enable or disable some or all of these cookies but 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