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Hospital on a mission to restore hope for fistula patients
Fistula, particularly in Kilifi County, has long been viewed as a curse in many local communities, forcing many victims to suffer in silence.
By Erick Abuga 29 days ago
Hospital on a mission to restore hope for fistula patients
Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court
At least fourteen former employees of the Italian Space Agency in Magarini Sub-County, Kilifi County, have moved to court, accusing the agency of unfair termination of employment.
By Erick Abuga 2 months ago
Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court
Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party
PAA Secretary General Kazungu Tungule claimed that a section of UDA leaders were saboteurs of the coastal political unity and were behind the push to have the party dissolved.
By Erick Abuga 2 months ago
Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party
Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship
At least 900 learners in Kilifi County have benefited from Sh.8.5 million National Government Affirmative Action (NGAAF) scholarship as schools reopen.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship
Fashion enthusiasts in Malindi to explore opportunities
This week the Malindi Moda fashion show was held at Lions Luxury Eco Resort and Spa.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Fashion enthusiasts in Malindi to explore opportunities
Thousands in dire need of food aid in Kilifi
Thousands of families in some parts of Kilifi are facing starvation following a drought that has hit the county. 
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Thousands  in dire need of food aid in Kilifi
24-year-old appointed as Lamu county minister
In a society that has for decades held patriarchal leadership in high regard, Sabrina Mkare Jefwa's appointment to Lamu County's cabinet is no mean feat.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
24-year-old appointed as Lamu county minister
Hidden gem: Mambrui sand dunes offer a Dubai experience at home
Mambrui’s dunes have emerged as a major new tourist attraction in Kilifi County, thanks to their magical desert-meets-sea experience along the Indian Ocean.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Hidden gem: Mambrui sand dunes offer a Dubai experience at home
Residents protest delayed Sh2.5b compensation by KAA
The residents claimed that some officials were delaying the payout to add fictitious names to the list of the beneficiaries. 
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
Residents protest delayed Sh2.5b compensation by KAA
Kilifi own-source revenue jumps by 25 pc as county strengthens reforms
Kilifi County’s Own Source Revenue (OSR) grew by Sh300 million in the last financial year, marking a 25.2 per cent increase from 2023/2024.
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
Kilifi own-source revenue jumps by 25 pc as county strengthens reforms
Garashi community constructs safe house for SGBV survivors to benefit thousands
The Garashi Resource and Protection Centre with a safe house of 18 bed capacity will also have various facilities and services including counseling, technical training and referral services.
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
Garashi community constructs safe house for SGBV survivors to benefit thousands
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Hydrocele: How Kilifi's free surgeries are lifting stigma
Hydrocele, also known as lymphatic filariasis, is one of the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) spread by mosquitoes and causes fluid to accumulate in the male reproductive organs.
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
Hydrocele: How Kilifi's free surgeries are lifting stigma
Former CS Aisha Jumwa under investigation for assaulting NGAAF director in Kilifi
Aisha Jumwa is under investigation for allegedly assaulting the National Government Affirmative Action director, Ruth Bendera.
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
Former CS Aisha Jumwa under investigation for assaulting NGAAF director in Kilifi
Drama as Rabai residents fight over County budget allocation
Residents of Rabai Kisurutini ward engaged in shouting matches over Sh280 million ward development projects at Shikaadabu social hall in Rabai town.
By Erick Abuga 5 months ago
Drama as Rabai residents fight over County budget allocation
Court blocks new cases, freezes Mtwapa land
The Environment and Land Court in Malindi has barred all parties involved in the disputed 161-acre parcel of land at the Mtwapa Maweni Settlement Scheme from filing new applications.
By Erick Abuga 5 months ago
Court blocks new cases, freezes Mtwapa land
ODM chiefs declare stand on mini polls
ODM leaders have reiterated that the party will maintain its identity during the November 27 by-elections despite being in the broad-based government.
By Erick Abuga 5 months ago
ODM chiefs declare stand on mini polls
Sh70m marine research training center opened in Malindi
WRTI director Dr Patrick Omondi said the Sh70 million centre will be a hub for science, innovation, and coordination on marine training. 
By Erick Abuga 5 months ago
Sh70m marine research training center opened in Malindi
Kilifi residents protest against Mung'aro's 'frequent reshuffles'
The protests come at a time the county is grappling with an acute water shortage, soaring pending bills and the frequent reshuffling of the cabinet. 
By Erick Abuga 5 months ago
Kilifi residents protest against Mung'aro's 'frequent reshuffles'
Boost for tourism as 500 tour operators gather in Malindi
More than 500 tour operators and agents from 39 countries across the world are attending a three-day conference in Malindi, Kilifi County, in efforts to boost the tourism sector.
By Erick Abuga 6 months ago
Boost for tourism as 500 tour operators gather in Malindi
JSS teachers to petition MPs over their autonomy
Joel Aluku, a Kuppet official from Magarini sub-County, urged the government to grant autonomy to JSS teachers to enable them to perform optimally in their respective institutions.
By Erick Abuga 6 months ago
JSS teachers to petition MPs over their autonomy
Hospital on a mission to restore hope for fistula patients
Fistula, particularly in Kilifi County, has long been viewed as a curse in many local communities, forcing many victims to suffer in silence.
By Erick Abuga 29 days ago
Hospital on a mission to restore hope for fistula patients
Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court
At least fourteen former employees of the Italian Space Agency in Magarini Sub-County, Kilifi County, have moved to court, accusing the agency of unfair termination of employment.
By Erick Abuga 2 months ago
Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court
Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party
PAA Secretary General Kazungu Tungule claimed that a section of UDA leaders were saboteurs of the coastal political unity and were behind the push to have the party dissolved.
By Erick Abuga 2 months ago
Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party
Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship
At least 900 learners in Kilifi County have benefited from Sh.8.5 million National Government Affirmative Action (NGAAF) scholarship as schools reopen.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship
Fashion enthusiasts in Malindi to explore opportunities
This week the Malindi Moda fashion show was held at Lions Luxury Eco Resort and Spa.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Fashion enthusiasts in Malindi to explore opportunities
Thousands in dire need of food aid in Kilifi
Thousands of families in some parts of Kilifi are facing starvation following a drought that has hit the county. 
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Thousands  in dire need of food aid in Kilifi
24-year-old appointed as Lamu county minister
In a society that has for decades held patriarchal leadership in high regard, Sabrina Mkare Jefwa's appointment to Lamu County's cabinet is no mean feat.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
24-year-old appointed as Lamu county minister
Hidden gem: Mambrui sand dunes offer a Dubai experience at home
Mambrui’s dunes have emerged as a major new tourist attraction in Kilifi County, thanks to their magical desert-meets-sea experience along the Indian Ocean.
By Erick Abuga 3 months ago
Hidden gem: Mambrui sand dunes offer a Dubai experience at home
Residents protest delayed Sh2.5b compensation by KAA
The residents claimed that some officials were delaying the payout to add fictitious names to the list of the beneficiaries. 
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
Residents protest delayed Sh2.5b compensation by KAA
Kilifi own-source revenue jumps by 25 pc as county strengthens reforms
Kilifi County’s Own Source Revenue (OSR) grew by Sh300 million in the last financial year, marking a 25.2 per cent increase from 2023/2024.
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
Kilifi own-source revenue jumps by 25 pc as county strengthens reforms
Garashi community constructs safe house for SGBV survivors to benefit thousands
The Garashi Resource and Protection Centre with a safe house of 18 bed capacity will also have various facilities and services including counseling, technical training and referral services.
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
Garashi community constructs safe house for SGBV survivors to benefit thousands
Premium
Hydrocele: How Kilifi's free surgeries are lifting stigma
Hydrocele, also known as lymphatic filariasis, is one of the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) spread by mosquitoes and causes fluid to accumulate in the male reproductive organs.
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
Hydrocele: How Kilifi's free surgeries are lifting stigma
Former CS Aisha Jumwa under investigation for assaulting NGAAF director in Kilifi
Aisha Jumwa is under investigation for allegedly assaulting the National Government Affirmative Action director, Ruth Bendera.
By Erick Abuga 4 months ago
Former CS Aisha Jumwa under investigation for assaulting NGAAF director in Kilifi
Drama as Rabai residents fight over County budget allocation
Residents of Rabai Kisurutini ward engaged in shouting matches over Sh280 million ward development projects at Shikaadabu social hall in Rabai town.
By Erick Abuga 5 months ago
Drama as Rabai residents fight over County budget allocation
Court blocks new cases, freezes Mtwapa land
The Environment and Land Court in Malindi has barred all parties involved in the disputed 161-acre parcel of land at the Mtwapa Maweni Settlement Scheme from filing new applications.
By Erick Abuga 5 months ago
Court blocks new cases, freezes Mtwapa land
ODM chiefs declare stand on mini polls
ODM leaders have reiterated that the party will maintain its identity during the November 27 by-elections despite being in the broad-based government.
By Erick Abuga 5 months ago
ODM chiefs declare stand on mini polls
Sh70m marine research training center opened in Malindi
WRTI director Dr Patrick Omondi said the Sh70 million centre will be a hub for science, innovation, and coordination on marine training. 
By Erick Abuga 5 months ago
Sh70m marine research training center opened in Malindi
Kilifi residents protest against Mung'aro's 'frequent reshuffles'
The protests come at a time the county is grappling with an acute water shortage, soaring pending bills and the frequent reshuffling of the cabinet. 
By Erick Abuga 5 months ago
Kilifi residents protest against Mung'aro's 'frequent reshuffles'
Boost for tourism as 500 tour operators gather in Malindi
More than 500 tour operators and agents from 39 countries across the world are attending a three-day conference in Malindi, Kilifi County, in efforts to boost the tourism sector.
By Erick Abuga 6 months ago
Boost for tourism as 500 tour operators gather in Malindi
JSS teachers to petition MPs over their autonomy
Joel Aluku, a Kuppet official from Magarini sub-County, urged the government to grant autonomy to JSS teachers to enable them to perform optimally in their respective institutions.
By Erick Abuga 6 months ago
JSS teachers to petition MPs over their autonomy
EACC claims couple milked county Sh1.2b by supplying 'air'
Crime and Justice
By Kamau Muthoni
5 hrs ago
State issues draft regulations for issuance of stablecoins
Enterprise
By Graham Kajilwa
5 hrs ago
Anxiety as leaders fight for own survival in post-Raila era
Politics
By Brian Kisanji
5 hrs ago
Six months of ODM rapid decline betrayal to Raila struggles
Politics
By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno
5 hrs ago
There is fuel hoarding, MPs say as fuel prices rise
National
By Okumu Modachi
5 hrs ago
Fuel shock as prices soar at the pump
National
By Macharia Kamau
5 hrs ago