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By Agnetta Okwembah The Kenya forests service in collaboration with various stakeholders in the country have pre-launched the Kenya National Mangrove portal and National mangrove ecosystem restoration guidelines in Kwale. The documents are critical in ensuring the planting, restoration and conservation of mangrove in the country with many stakeholders being involved in the conservation efforts. About 1200 hectares of mangroves in Kwale have been restored and rehabilitated according to Kenya forest service’s board of directors chair Titus Korir during the international day for the conservation of the mangrove ecosystem. In Kenya mangrove forest covers 61,271 hectares which is around 3.5…

Kwale county government economic advisor Anthony Yama has castigated opposition members in the area saying they will be in for a rude shock in 2027. Yama said that with recent political alignment in the country those who have been opposing governor Fatuma Achani should go to the drawing board. He said it will be anuphill task to defeat Achani in 2027 with all oposition leaders supporting the president William Rutos government. Speaking at DZoyagenu village in Kinango during the official opening National Draught Management Authority community water project by Governor Fatuma Achani, Yama castigated ODM members in Kwale saying they…

By Mwanaharusi Rashid. President William Ruto today unveiled his final list of nominees for Cabinet positions, following a significant shake-up that saw the dismissal of his entire Cabinet, except for Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. This decisive move underscores Ruto’s commitment to reinvigorating his administration with new leadership as Kenya faces numerous economic and social challenges. The President’s new Cabinet lineup, which is subject to parliamentary approval, features a blend of experienced politicians and fresh faces. John Mbadi has been nominated to the ministry of National treasury, known for his experience in finance, he has been nominated to head the…

By Primerose Omoto The Ibiza market, known for its vibrant hub for local commerce with a diverse range of stalls selling foodstuff and household goods. However, a recent attempt by the county council to relocate the traders from the Ibiza market to the new Diani market in Mvindeni has led to public uproar. Vendors were forcefully chased away with goods being destroyed in the process. County Council officers descended upon the Ibiza market citing violations related to goods display, permits and safety regulations. As a result, they confiscated and destroyed stock owned by small-scale vendors along the roadside. The traders…

By Mwanaharusi Rashid President William Ruto has named 11 Cabinet members nominees following the dismissal of the previous Cabinet, with the exception of Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. This announcement was made during the state of the nation address held at State House Nairobi, on Friday. The announcement comes amid mounting pressure on the President to appoint competent individuals capable of advancing his administration’s agenda. The new Cabinet nominees include Ministry of Interior Kithure Kindiki,vMinistry of Health: Dr. Debra Mulongo Barasa, Ministry of Lands: Alice Wahome, Ministry of Defence: Aden Duale, Ministry of Transport:Davis Chirchir and Attorney General: Rebecca Miano.…

By Munira Mandano Deputy government spokesperson Mwanaisha Chidzuga has urged Kwale residents make use of government projects and programs in the area in order to empower themselves and earn a living. Speaking over the weekend at Matuga, Kinango, Msambweni and Lungalunga constituencies, Chidzuga said that the affordable housing project at Kwale town, on-going construction of maritime college at Chitsakamatsa area waa ward among others that could create employment opportunities to the residents. ‘’All these projects by national government are jobs opportunities for you, go get employed at these projects and you will earn a living out of them,” she said.…

A bright young star from Kombani within Matuga constituency of Kwale County is finding his education dreams dimming under the weight of financial struggle. Suheil Mkalla Mumba, a 19-year-old boy is in the midst of a heartbreaking battle. Despite his academic brilliance, having scored an impressive A- from Kwale High School in 2023, Suheil’s aspiration to study medicine at Egerton University is slipping away due to his family’s dire poverty. Suheil’s journey is one of determination and resilience, shadowed by deep sorrow and despair. The bright-eyed youth, once brimming with hope and ambition, now finds himself trapped in a…

By Mwanaharusi Rashid. Kwale County Governor Fatuma Achani has taken significant steps towards improving infrastructure in the area by officially launching the construction of a tarmac road from Tsimba to Mbuguni. The project aims to ease transportation for residents and road users in Tsimba Golini Ward, Matuga Constituency and address the long-standing issues of poor road conditions so as to enhance economic activities. According to the governor the recent launch is part of a broader initiative by the Kwale County Government to upgrade the county’s road network. Just a day prior, the county government inaugurated another crucial road project in…

By Reporter At least 4,000 fishermen have so far received a compensation payout from the national government through the Kenya Ports Authority over their displacement from the Kililana fishing grounds following the construction of the Lamu Port. In May 2018, a Malindi High Court awarded 4,734 fishermen Sh1.76 billion as compensation for the destruction. The payout translated into the fishermen each receiving a Kshs 240,000 payout from the 65 per cent of the total compensation amount allocated for cash. The remaining 35 percent share was reserved for training and improvement of blue economy facilities and sustainable development of fishing as…

By Reporter Lamu East Member of Parliament Ruweida Obo has called on Kenyans to engage in dialogue with its leadership and refrain from participating in further protests in a bid to prevent the country descending into chaos. Speaking in Lamu today, the legislator stated that despite the Anti-Finance Bill protests had proven an eye opener for the country’s leadership adding that the President’s restraint in signing the Bill was a sign that the country’s leadership is not tone deaf to the plight of the regular mwananchi. She acknowledged to voting yes for the Finance Bill 2024 , adding that her…