Author: Coast Times Digital

By Reporter Professor Hamadi Idi Boga has warned that poor post-mining land use planning can have significant environmental, social, and economic consequences for the communities. In a long professional and detailed information to the public professor Boga said that some of the risks associated with inadequate or ineffective post-mining land use planning include soil degradation, possible water contamination, habitat destruction, land Instability, negative social impacts as well as legal and financial liabilities. Boga a professional in biology, agricultural science, sequencing, microbiology, molecular biological techniques and RNA genes in his first write up painted a picture of 6000 acres of rehabilitated…

By Reporter In 2000 when Tiomin Kenya Limited that was taken over by Base Titanium later was seeking the mineral rights licence to start mining there were a lot of issues that required to be addressed. Professor Hamadi Boga says the issues were so crucial to address before Base Titanium operations took off in his second write up about “Creating Wealth from rehabilitation of the Kwale Mineral Sands Mine: Ideas for Post Mining Land Use”. He said that some of the issues were proper environmental stewardship and just benefit to the affected communities. “Abstraction of underground water from the Msambweni…

BY SHABAN OMAR A student at Mwamdudu, a remote village in Kwale County has appealed for help to pursue his higher education. The student Athman Sada Mbawa expressed concern that his life goals may be thwarted due to a lack of funds to attend university. Mbawa was called to Egerton University for his Bachelor of Science and Education and wanted to specialize in physics and Mathematics. He achieved a B plain in his KCSE exams and aspires to become a high school teacher. However, he is currently uncertain about his future, as his parents cannot afford the required funds. He…

By AGNETTA OKWEMBA The Kenya Human Rights Commission  in collaboration with Kwale residents, has renewed its call for Base Titanium to address the concerns of communities affected by mining operations before the company’s closure later this year. Some of the issues raised include land disputes, the relocation of residents, water and air pollution, the legitimacy of the Post Mining Land Use Committee, and concerns regarding royalties. The Kenya Human Rights Commission emphasized that addressing the complaints is crucial, as it will clarify what actions Base Titanium can take and what responsibilities will remain with the government toward its citizens. Kenya…

BY SHABAN OMAR Executive Director of the East Africa Grain Council Gerald Masila has encouraged small-scale farmers to form cooperatives to enhance food production and improve their livelihoods. According to Masila, farmers who work in cooperatives have a better chance of thriving compared to those working independently. He said that working together in cooperatives can lead to higher-quality food production and easier access to markets for their products. “Small-scale farmers, let us join cooperatives to maximize our production, enhance food security, and prosperity,” he said. Masila noted that, given the ongoing impacts of climate change and crop diseases, local farmers…

By Reporter The much-anticipated 4th edition of the Dola Supercup is set to kick off in Lamu, with 12 teams registered to compete in the football tournament. The matches will be held at Mokowe Primary, Mokowe Secondary, and Striker playgrounds respectively, attracting teams from across the region, including those from the border town of Kiunga and Witu Ward. The primary goal of the tournament is to scout for local talent and assemble a county team to represent Lamu in the forthcoming regional Dola Supercup edition, which will be held in Mombasa later this year. Speaking in Lamu today, Saddam Suleiman,…

By reporter Kwale County Government in partnership with Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC), TradeMark Africa (TMA) through its USAID- Economic Recovery and Reform Activity (USAID-ERRA) program, and Danish Industry, successfully hosted the Coast Region Agribusiness Expo. The event brought together key stakeholders in the agriculture sector from across the region at KALRO in Matuga Sub-County. Kwale County Government and Eastern Africa Grain Council Spurs Climate-Smart Technologies for Sustainable Food Systems in Kenya’s Coast Region. The event featured over 30 companies and agribusinesses including local farmers, agro- dealers, financial institutions,post harvest management among others providing a platform for knowledge exchange, networking,…

By Caroline Katana Basketball is one of the most popular sports played widely in Africa ,it is the second most popular sports in the continent next only to football. It is most prevalent in countries like Nigeria ,Egypt ,Tunisia ,Ivory coast ,Senegal ,etc . Figures such as Hakeem Olajuwon and Dikembe Mutombo have played an instrumental role in developing and popularizing basketball in the continent. Africa has produced some of the finest basketball players to date and has paved the way for other countries to participate internationally in the sport . The rich history of basketball in Africa is filled…

By Morris Mwaringa and Zuwena Nifa In a landmark event commemorating the centennial celebration of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) at Kabete National Polytechnic last week, President William Ruto announced a series of ambitious job programs aimed at securing international employment opportunities for Kenyan youth. During the celebrations, President Ruto emphasized the government’s dedication to vocational education and job creation through initiatives such as the Kazi Majuu programme and the National Employment Agency’s job database. “The State Department for Diaspora Affairs is spearheading the Kazi Majuu programme, and the National Employment Agency maintains an up-to-date database on available…

By Reporter The Kwale Health Department is urging women to undergo medical tests for Schistosomiasis of the cervix to enhance reproductive health. Recent data from the department reveals that seven women were diagnosed with the disease between last year and April this year. Dr. Caroline Muinde, head of the Kwale Oncology Centre, attributes the rising cases to increased use of water from rivers and earth dams by women. Muinde said that the disease is commonly contracted through contact with contaminated fresh river and well water, which often contains parasitic worms and eggs. “The Schistosoma worms are transmitted by snails that…