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By Nuru Salim Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro has called on the Senate Public Investments and Special Funds Committee to intervene and ensure the immediate release of over Sh. 410 million owed to the county by the defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) and the newly established Social Health Authority (SHA), citing that the funds are critical to the delivery of essential health services. Speaking during the committee’s oversight visit to Kilifi County, Governor Mung’aro said the national government, through NHIF, owes the county Sh. 142 million, while SHA has yet to release an additional Sh. 268 million, bringing the total…

By Nuru Salim. Principal Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, Harry Kimtai, has commended Base Titanium for its consistent adherence to the Mining Act, 2016, and its ongoing commitment to land rehabilitation and restoration in Kwale County. Speaking during an inspection tour of the mining site, PS Kimtai disclosed that the company has so far achieved 55 percent of the required land restoration, with significant progress noted in several areas. However, he emphasized that full rehabilitation will take longer than initially projected, particularly in sections such as the Tailings Storage Facility (TSF), which pose unique environmental challenges. “We…

CEMASTEA Urges Government to Increase Funding for Teacher Training Amid CBC Rollout Center for Mathematics Science and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA) has urged the national government to facilitate more funding towards retooling and retraining of teachers in a bid to ensure that the Curriculum Based Competency syllabus is a success as it continues to be rolled out in the country. Speaking after a week long Lamu County Principals’ workshop held in Lamu today, Martin Mungai, Deputy Coordinator for STEM under CEMASTEA stated that the move by the national government to steer into the CBC syllabus will need to ensure that…

By Nuru Salim National Youth Council (NYC) Executive Director, Gloria Waweru, has called on youths in Kwale and across the country to take full advantage of national government initiatives aimed at empowering the youth economically and socially. Speaking during the WAZO engagement forum in Kwale County, Waweru emphasized that many Kenyan youths are still unaware of available support systems designed to offer financial assistance, capacity building, and job creation. “Let’s take these government youth opportunities to benefit. Youths can access funding through the Youth Fund and Uwezo Fund which offers loans and even grants to the youths. Through the WAZO…

By Kilifi Reporter   Effort by Kilifi county secretary Martin Mwaro gaining access to his office was thwarted by goons led by three Kilifi MCAs on Monday as chaos reigned the compound.   Drama unfolded after Mwaro who was reportedly sacked unceremoniously was evicted from his office after successfully gaining access to his office through court order.   After arriving with a convoy of four vehicles in the afternoon Mwaro drove to the gates of the Deputy Governor’s office where his office is housed and was allowed in by the county enforcement offices amid tensions.   Later goons led by…

Fishermen, traders, and local leaders are calling for stronger collaboration between both nations to address systemic bribery, unclear maritime boundaries, and economic hardships affecting communities. Security authorities are facing growing pressure to curb illegal activities and cross-border crime. Tanzanian security forces, have intensified patrols and introduced stricter scrutiny of fishing licenses. “We urge all business owners to carry proof of purchase and tax receipts for goods transported across the border,” stated Shauri Salim, Border Patrol Officer. Officials warn that traffickers are disguising themselves as traders and fishermen, prompting a crackdown on unregistered operations. Meanwhile, flooding and infrastructure failures continue to…

By Alloys Musyoka Kwale County Governor, Fatuma Achani, has assured the Muslim community that the land belonging to the historic Kongo Mosque, located in Diani in Msambweni Sub County will not be grabbed by tycoons. The Governor stated that her administration has put in place firm measures including the putting up of caveats to prevent the sale or illegal acquisition of the 18-acre piece of land by the alleged grabbers. The County already has the plans to turn the land belonging to the historical Kongo Mosque into a halal Beach that is geared towards Muslims families who abide by the…

By Anthony Zoka A sign of relief to Dzanikeni residents of Rabai Kilifi County as area member of Parliament, Anthony Kenga, hands over a plot for upgrading of Dzanikeni nursery to primary school 19 years down the line after initiation of the ECDE school. Residents admit children have been forced to walk long distances to access primary school education as land problems in the area had become a stumbling block for the development of Dzanikeni ECDE. According to Irene Mbosha, the new development in the area will open new ways for other development projects in the area. “Our children are…

By Nuru Salim As rapid technological changes continue to reshape industries and redefine the future of IT jobs, government and industry leaders are calling for urgent investment in workforce reskilling to protect millions of jobs at risk of disruptive innovations. Speaking during the ISACA Kenya Chapter 2025 Annual Conference in Mombasa, Special Envoy on Technology in the Office of the President, Ambassador Philip Thigo, emphasized the urgent need for Kenya to align its workforce development strategies with the fast-paced evolution of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and data science. “We are living in a time where technology is moving…

By Nuru Salim and Alloys Musyoka The National Government has reaffirmed its commitment to embracing emerging technologies to enhance public service delivery, boost economic growth, and protect the country from rising cybersecurity threats. Speaking during the official opening of the ISACA Kenya Chapter 2025 Annual Conference in Mombasa, Head of Public Service and Chief of Staff at State House, Felix Koskei, said that President William Ruto’s administration has placed technology at the core of its development agenda. He noted that digital transformation is being leveraged to modernize key sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, education, and housing. “The government is committed…