Author: Coast Times Digital

By Agnetta Okwemba Coastal religious leaders have embarked on a society empowerment plan saying that they will not accept to be led politically any more. The Muslim and Christians leaders made it clear that they will not “sleep” like before and that politicians should come in to support and not to direct. Religious leaders across the 6 coastal counties met in Mombasa to discuss their potential and contribution in community development. “It has taken us years to show up in the development of the coastal region,” said Said Mabrouk. They said that the region is rich in many resources that…

By Mwanaharusi Rashid. The residents of Nyando village, located in Tsimba/Golini ward of Kwale County, are grappling with a severe water shortage after the breakdown of a borehole that was once their primary source of clean water. This borehole, which was installed by the county government, has ceased to function properly, leaving the community in a dire situation as they struggle to find alternative water sources. For weeks now, the village has been plunged into a water crisis, with many households unable to access clean and safe drinking water. The community members have expressed their deep frustration and concern, noting…

BY SHABAN OMAR Kwale parents have been warned against prioritizing luxury spending instead of their children’s education. Msambweni Deputy County Commissioner Josephat Mutisyo expressed concern that parents, especially women can spend over sh7, 000 on new wedding attires every weekend but fail to address essential educational needs. “I am concerned that while parents manage to afford high-cost clothing for social events, many children are unable to attend school due to unpaid fees,” he said. Mutisyo said it doesn’t make sense that parents always complain of a lack of money but each wedding they are seen donning in new expensive clothes…

BY SHABAN OMAR A football club in Kwale SS Assad is embarking on an exciting new chapter as it welcomes fresh management and renewed support. The team received over sh2M worth of support for new team jersey and other football equipment from the county government. The change and support aim to elevate the club’s performance and strengthen its presence in the regional football scene. With a dynamic new leadership team and increased backing from the county government, community and sponsors, the club is poised for a revitalisation that promises to bring both competitive success and enhanced community engagement. Fans and…

BY SHABAN OMAR Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has urged member states of the Eastern and Southern Africa Anti-Money Laundering Group (ESAAMLG) to harness advanced technology and make substantial investments to combat money laundering and terrorism. Mbadi said terrorism has disrupted the global order and threatened peaceful coexistence in the ESAAMLG region. He said terrorist financing poses a significant challenge due to its complex methods, diverse channels, and sophisticated mobilization mechanisms. Mbadi said along with other emerging threats, terrorism has contributed to a situation he termed a “perfect banality of evil. The CS said by harnessing advanced…

By Agnetta Okwemba School-going children in Lamu county is composed more of girls than boys with a Foundational Literacy, Numeracy and Assessment report done by Usawa Agenda organization revealing challenges facing education in the coastal region. In Lamu for example, according to the Uwezo Youth group from official Faraj Mohammed boys are majorly focused in Ocean activities instead of education. The 2023 Usawa Agenda assessment report through data collection was done by various organizations in all 47 counties of Kenya covering villages, households, children and schools. The report indicates that Lamu has a percentage of 7.3 children out of school,…

By Agnetta Okwemba and Primerose Omoto Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury John Mbadi officially handed over the presidency of the Eastern and Southern Africa Anti-Money Laundering Group (ESAAMLG) to Teklewold Atenafu, the Finance Affairs Advisory Minister to the Prime Minister of Ethiopia. Mbadi emphasized on the importance of regional cooperation in combating money laundering and terrorist financing. He said that under Kenya’s leadership, ESAAMLG saw increased efforts to strengthen financial systems and enhance compliance with international standards. “Our collective was marked by significant milestones, including Uganda’s successful exit from the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) gray list, a testament…

BY SHABAN OMAR Kwale County KUPPET teachers have called for the immediate closure of schools amid the heightened nationwide teachers strike. The county Kuppet Executive Secretary Leornard Oronje said they have written to the Coast Regional Education Director to have the schools closed for lacking meaningful learning activities. “Your office is aware that there is a nationwide strike which was called by KUPPET teachers, and that the strike in now on second week. Our members have totally withdrawn labor and are not in learning institutions and the learners are very idle,” said Oronje in a letter. Oronje further noted that…

By Agnetta Okwemba Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) took to the streets ignoring a court order that termed their strike illegal. Kwale ĶUPPET Executive Secretary Leonard Oronje said that the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has paid salaries but not union dues adding that their grievances have not been acted upon. Oronje stated that there is a shortage of about 20,000 Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers.  He demanded for their employment as well as promotion of the 1,030 teachers who were interviewed. “The 22 billion meant for medical scheme has been reduced to 11 billion putting the teachers’…

BY SHABAN OMAR Kwale Kuppet teachers have issued a stern warning to school administrators and educators who are covertly attending classes despite the ongoing nationwide strike. The teachers argue that such actions are demoralising and represent hypocrisy and betrayal. Kwale Kuppet Treasurer Umi Maloba stated that it is unjust for teachers to be on the streets advocating for better conditions while others continue teaching, undermining the purpose of the strike. Maloba condemned the behaviour as unacceptable and threatened to take action by storming schools to forcibly prevent teachers from continuing teaching. “Principals and Deputy principals be warned. The habit of…