Author: Coast Times Digital

By Reporter 6,000 Kwasasi farmers have called on the National Land Commission to intervene in resolving allegations that they may have lost at least 70,000 acres of their land to the LAPSSET project. According to Kwasasi Farmers Association member official Hussein Mirji, the farmers are worried that despite an agreement with the LAPSSET Corridor Development Authority that only 300 acres will be hived off for development, 70,000 acres was secretly hived off and titled to the LAPSSET project. He further noted that despite assurances that those who lost their land to the LAPSSET project for which the Chinese Communication Construction…

BY SHABAN OMAR As drug abuse and criminal activity continue to grip a growing number of teenagers along Kenya’s Coast, a new peacebuilding initiative is tapping into the power of drama and poetry to reach Generation Z learners in Mombasa and Kwale counties. The program, dubbed Kujenga Amani (Building Peace), is spearheaded by Muslims Women Advancement of Rights and Protection (MWARP), CEFA, the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC), and other partners. It uses spoken word, theatrical performances, and creative expression to promote peace, unity, and resilience among students. Currently running in 24 secondary schools across the two counties, the…

By NURU SALIM Over 140 families in Vitsangalaweni village, Mtongwe, Likoni Sub-county fear losing compensation due to a land dispute that threatens to derail the construction of the Sh 85 billion Gateway Bridge linking Mombasa Island to the mainland south. The families, who are among those earmarked for compensation under the project, occupy part of a contested parcel also home to over 1,000 other residents The community is now calling on the government to halt the project until the ownership of the disputed land is resolved, warning that failure to do so could result in them being forcibly evicted from…

By Reporter Medical services in Kwale County are set to resume fully after the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) called off the doctors’ strike following the signing of a Return-to-Work Formula with the county government. The agreement, which was reached during a meeting held at the Governor’s boardroom, includes key commitments on promotions, opportunities for training, and improvements to general working conditions in health facilities across the county. The strike, which began on June 29, 2025, had seen doctors raise concerns over delayed promotions, lack of training opportunities, and poor working conditions, leading to a near-paralysis of…

BY SHABAN OMAR Women in Lunga-Lunga Sub-County, Kwale County, have been urged to obtain legal marriage certificates and relevant documentation to safeguard their land and inheritance rights, and to protect themselves against gender-based violence (GBV). This call was made during a sensitization forum organized by Nahugombe, a local rights organization, under the Kujenga Amani program. The initiative aims to empower over 100 women with knowledge of their legal rights and equip them to seek justice when faced with violations, particularly around land ownership and inheritance. According to Nahugombe Founder and Executive Director Nora Chao, many women suffer systemic discrimination, especially…

BY SHABAN OMAR  Kenya Kwanza leaders have issued a stern warning to the youth and the general public against being manipulated to engage in violence through demonstrations that lack merit. Led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, the leaders cautioned the youth against taking part in the planned Saba Saba demonstrations scheduled for tomorrow. Speaking during a fundraising event for women and small-scale traders in Msambweni, Kwale County, Wetang’ula urged Kenyans to remain united and avoid divisive politics based on ethnicity and hatred. He said that while the Constitution provides for the right to protest, such rights should not be…

By reporter Lamu County has launched its first ever Intensive Care Unit (ICU) facility at the King Fahd hospital, a move that is expected to reduce numerous referrals to other facilities, especially the already congested Makadara Coast General Hospital in Mombasa. The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) features three adult and two pediatric beds that are expected to ensure patients no longer need to be referred to Mombasa or Kilifi for life-saving interventions. Additionally, the hospital has also installed a modern 128-slice CT scanner, replacing the older 64-slice version. The new equipment has been Acquired under the National Equipment Support Program,…

By reporter Kwale County Government has officially launched the Kwale Electronic Development Application Permit System (KEDAPS), a groundbreaking digital platform aimed at improving the process of development permit applications. The new system through the Department of Environment, Natural Resources and Urban Planning in conjunction with the Finance and ICT Department replaces the outdated manual process, offering a faster, more efficient, and transparent way for residents and investors to submit and track development proposals. Governor Achani has been in the forefront in ensuring digitisation of services to improve its systems and be in line with the tech world and notes that…

By Carol Samini Katana (Kenya) On the sunlit shores of Diani Beach in Kenya, Francis and Joyce, a newlywed couple from Uganda, stroll barefoot across the warm sands, laughter rising above the soft murmur of waves. For them, this goes beyond a honeymoon. It’s a celebration of culture and the ease of moving freely within East Africa. Their romantic getaway was made possible by relaxed border restrictions, regional cooperation, and a shared vision of turning Africa’s cultural and natural diversity into a hub for intra-continental honeymoon tourism. Meanwhile, for another couple, Abdirasul Mohammed and Nusyibah Juma, love found its rhythm…

By Reporter The Kudzecha Women Limited Company in Lungalunga Sub County has secured a six-month tender worth Ksh 1.9 million from the Kwale County Government to clean and maintain the Lungalunga Town. The local enterprise has been entrusted with the responsibility of cleaning key public areas like the market area, maintaining the town’s drainage system, planting trees among others. Kwale County Governor Fatuma Achani has praised the efforts of the Women and youth enterprises across the County, highlighting the importance of involving local businesses in county development initiatives. “This project aligns with our long-term goals of fostering inclusive economic growth…