- Samburu hospital health proffesional help Woman to Overcome 8-Year Struggle with Painful Back Growth After Successful Surgery
- Kwale Governor Assures Visitors of Enhanced Security During Festive Season
- Migundini Rangers FC gunned down as Dzihoshe shiines at Koki super cup
- Lamu Women urged to adopt Innovative Business Ventures that embrace Climate Action
- Kenya Human Rights Commission and local leaders to petition government for release of mineral royalties worth over sh2.9 billion
- Concerns raised over use of technology by violent extremists to recruit young people
- EAGOL and Safaricom partners with Kwale traffic police to spearhead road safety campaign ahead of festive season
- Kwale police arrests three suspects linked to deadly chaos during RashidAbdallah Supercup finals
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By Primrose Omoto Concerns have been raised after a foreign national, who inherited property in the Warandale area, has been accused of cutting down these trees that are habitat to the endangered black and white Colobus monkeys. The recent incident disrupted the usual serene environment as local residents are outraged by the continued destruction of the habitat. Locals argued that foreigners often get away with breaking the law without facing prosecution. Despite complaints lodged with the police by neighboring property owners, no significant action has been taken so far. The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) confirmed that the individual did not…
By Reporter After losing 12 pregnancies for a period of 18 years Marceline Dama from Malindi in Kilifi county has given birth at the Samburu hospital in Kwale county to her bouncing baby boy. The 36 years old Dama has gone through a very difficult period of taking care of pregnancy which would either end at 6th or seventh month with a stillbirth. When she got pregnant with the 13th baby and was told about how health officials at the Samburu hospital are caring and committed, gave it a try to go for her final clinic there. Worried about her previous situation…
By Caroline Katana Germany is a significant source of tourists for Kenya, the tourism sector has benefited greatly from German travelers and tour operators. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 200,000 German tourists visited Kenya yearly. Last season over 80,000 German tourists and 75,000 Italian tourists visited Kenya, spreading along the coastal region. Kenya and Germany have maintained robust partnerships in critical sectors since 1963, including, but not limited to, economic cooperation, digital collaboration, climate action, renewable energy, skills development, labor, and peace and security. Germany has been a critical partner in Kenya’s growth and development, providing critical support in…
BY SHABAN OMAR A non-governmental organization Kids Care Kenya has unveiled a Community Advisory Board in Lunga-Lunga, Kwale County to tackle the pressing issues of child abuse, neglect, and underdevelopment that have plagued the area. Children with disabilities, often suffer from limited access to essential services while the prevalence of teen pregnancies and marriages in the community has not only disrupted the education and growth of school girls but also deepened cycles of poverty and dependency. The board will be responsible for conducting awareness campaigns on sensitive issues like gender-based violence, equal rights, and the importance of inclusivity for children…
By Reporter The number of cyber-attacks targeting digitized government services has hit 1.7B threats with the number rising by the day according to the Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy. Despite the attacks, the government has increased the number of digital services to over 17,000 with a promise to double the number in the coming years. This emerged during the ongoing Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) conference on governance, risk and compliance in Naivasha. According to Yunis Omar, the Director Cyber security in the Ministry, the government was committed to digitizing all its services despite emerging challenges. He…
A family in Malindi, Kilifi county is pleading for justice for their loved one who was allegedly shot dead by a police officer in Maweni area. Speaking to the media ,the family of the deceased said that they received the news of the death of their loved one Jimmy Masmo Ngala. who had attended a wedding ceremony. The late Jimmy Masmo who was 17 years old and a candidate expecting to be sitting for the KPSEA exams had gone to a wedding ceremony in Maweni area with his cousins. According to the parents of the deceased, Jimmy met his death…
Hundreds of residents in Ganda Malindi sub county are set to benefit from a mobile medical clinic service launched by local leaders. The mobile ambulance clinic which is equipped with medical equipment, laboratory and medics will help residents who have been struggling to access medical services from the malindi sub county hospital. Riziki Baya, a local from the area, said that many dispensaries were congested and it was tedious to make long queues in search of medical services. She said that the mobile clinic which offers emergency medical services such as screening of different diseases, and instant treatment at the…
BY SHABAN OMAR The Rophine Field Group of Schools is set to embark on a significant partnership with the Kwale County government, channelling resources to bolster pediatric healthcare services at Msambweni Referral Hospital. The partnership will see the acquisition of equipment valued at Ksh500,000, aimed specifically at enhancing the hospital’s capacity to treat young patients. The initiative, according to the group’s CEO, Boniface Owiti, underscores Rophine Field’s commitment to corporate social responsibility, extending beyond education to actively contribute to the well-being of the community. Speaking at an interview during a mini-marathon event to raise funds in Diani, Owiti said the…
BY SHABAN OMAR Rophine Field Group of Schools has proudly opened its first campus in Kwale County, marking an exciting development in the region’s educational landscape. Strategically located in Diani, the campus is set to serve the growing demand for quality education, emphasizing a blend of academic excellence, community involvement, and modern facilities. An elaborate launch of the facility was made in August. The new campus aims to provide students with an environment where they can explore, learn, and develop essential skills that prepare them for the future. From early childhood programs to primary and Junior Secondary School levels, Rophine…
By Jasmine Atieno While speaking at a recent event, Chinese ambassador to Tanzania Cheng Mingjian emphasized the importance of military cooperation in strengthening bilateral relations. Currently in her third year in the office, the ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Tanzania, has played a primary role in influencing and strengthening the bilateral relations between China and Tanzania. Under her tenure, China has remained Tanzania’s largest trading partner and the largest source of foreign investment. This includes investments in infrastructure projects such as roads, railways, and ports, crucial for Tanzania’s development. She has also fostered education in the country…