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Philip Mwakio

Kenya, Rwanda seek to boost transport along Northern Corridor

Northern Corridor links Rwanda, Burundi, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to the Kenyan seaport of Mombasa.

By Philip Mwakio 12 days ago

Kenya, Rwanda seek to boost transport along Northern Corridor

Pastoralists in bid to boost wildlife conservation

Pastoralists in bid to boost wildlife conservation

By Philip Mwakio 12 days ago

How I jumped financial hurdles to build a thriving hospitality empire

How I jumped financial hurdles to build a thriving hospitality empire

By Philip Mwakio 15 days ago

Kenya Air Force donates aircraft to Moi Forces Academy

Kenya Air Force donates aircraft to Moi Forces Academy

By Philip Mwakio 16 days ago

Tourism: Emulate SA, State told

According to tourism players, the scrapping of visa requirements for travellers between Kenya and South Africa demonstrates more than an administrative adjustment.

By Philip Mwakio 16 days ago

Tourism: Emulate SA, State told

State to fast track infrastructure projects in Kwale

This will be achieved through the National Government Development-County Implementation, Coordination and Management Committees (NGD-CICMC).

By Philip Mwakio 17 days ago

State to fast track infrastructure projects in Kwale

KICD says e-learning key to address teachers' shortage

The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has called for utilisation of technology to enhance distance learning, to help address teachers shortage in the country.

By Philip Mwakio 18 days ago

KICD says e-learning key to address teachers' shortage

More cruise ships dock at Mombasa port after Sh1.4b revamp

The operationalisation of a modern cruise ship terminal at the port of Mombasa has attracted more international cruise lines to the country.

By Philip Mwakio 18 days ago

More cruise ships dock at Mombasa port after Sh1.4b revamp

Ethiopia mulls using Lamu port to import fertiliser

A delegation from Ethiopia has conducted a fact-finding mission on Lamu and Mombasa ports and is optimistic that they will be able to strike a deal with Kenya.

By Philip Mwakio 19 days ago

Ethiopia mulls using Lamu port to import fertiliser

State set to clear Sh1.4 billion Dongo Kundu land compensation

Principal Secretary Abubakar Hassan said the government was now ready to host investors on the 3,000-acre project located near Mombasa port.

By Philip Mwakio 26 days ago

State set to clear Sh1.4 billion Dongo Kundu land compensation

Investor turns Shanzu quarry into a posh conference facility

The new conference centre adds to the growing list of posh tourist establishments, in the port city. The facility dubbed Sunset Paradise Holiday Centre cost Sh100 million.

By Philip Mwakio 1 month ago

Investor turns Shanzu quarry into a posh conference facility

Coast Development Authority rehabilitates dams, lakes to boost water supply

The Coast Development Authority has started the rehabilitation of dams and freshwater lakes in a bid to boost water supply and irrigation in six Coastal counties.

By Philip Mwakio 1 month ago

Coast Development Authority rehabilitates dams, lakes to boost water supply

Dolan honoured in the UK for his human rights work in Kenya

Catholic priest, Father Gabriel Dolan, received his award from President Michael Higgins, at a ceremony in Aras an Uachtarain in Northern Ireland.

By Philip Mwakio 1 month ago

Dolan honoured in the UK for his human rights work in Kenya

Largest floating university calls at Port of Mombasa

The world's largest floating university, MV World Odyssey, has docked at the Port of Mombasa for six days.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Largest floating university calls at Port of Mombasa

Why Kenyans miss out on onboard ship jobs

KMA's failure to fast-track the issuance of the vital document had denied hundreds of Kenyan seafarers on-board jobs in ships sailing the Brazilian and American waters.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Why Kenyans miss out on onboard ship jobs

KICD seeks to design market oriented curriculum for senior school

KICD Council Chairman Simon Gicharu said curricula should be aligned with the Bottom Up Economic Transformation (BETA) model to ensure job creation for the youth.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

KICD seeks to design market oriented curriculum for senior school

Kenya's ambitious plan to attract 13,000 cruise tourists this year

The Port of Mombasa could attract over 140,000 passengers per year.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Kenya's ambitious plan to attract 13,000 cruise tourists this year

Restoration of coral reef takes shape across coast

According to IUCN, coral reefs host more than one-quarter of all marine fish species and many other aquatic life, threatened by its rapid depletion.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Restoration of coral reef takes shape across coast

Kenya now welcomes open skies policy to push tourism

The Moi International Airport (MIA) is the first airport in the country that the government has opened up to international flights in a bid to push up tourism.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Kenya now welcomes open skies policy to push tourism

Conservationists oppose private firms bid to build facilities in parks

The Tourism Professional Association (TPA) Chairman Ray Mutinda said that KWS had received expression of interest after inviting bids from private sector players.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Conservationists oppose private firms bid to build facilities in parks

Bixa farmers blame rogue brokers over poor prices

Most farmers in the three counties at the Coast have lost interest in the crop due to the exploitative tendencies of brokers that have led to the drop in the prices of bixa.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Bixa farmers blame rogue brokers over poor prices

Good tidings as cruise ship docks in Mombasa with 3,000 tourists

The Norwegian Dawn docked at berth number one's ultra-modern cruise handling terminal before passengers disembarked for game safaris and city tours.

By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

Good tidings as cruise ship docks in Mombasa with 3,000 tourists

Rosy outlook for Coast tourism as airlines, ships up activities

A cruise ship with a capacity of over 2,500 passengers plus a nearly similar number of ship crew will dock at the modern cruise terminal for a full-day visit.

By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

Rosy outlook for Coast tourism as airlines, ships up activities

State to complete Sh2.6 billion fish port project in September

Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said civil works were going on as planned.

By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

State to complete Sh2.6 billion fish port project in September

What tourism and shipping players expect this year

KSAA wants the government to raise productivity levels at the ports and invest in infrastructure to support anticipated growth in the volume of business this year.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

What tourism and shipping players expect this year

Counties turn to traditional fetes to rejuvenate, preserve culture

There were celebrations in several counties as residents reconnected with the past through song, dance, drama, and traditional foods.

By Philip Mwakio and James Omoro 3 months ago

Counties turn to traditional fetes to rejuvenate, preserve culture

Cruise ship with 1,900 tourists docks at port, 4 more expected

Kenya Ports Authority General Manager Dr Sudi Mwasinago said MV Bolette, belonging to Fred Olsen Cruise Lines, was due to leave for Zanzibar after an overnight stay in Mombasa.

By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

Cruise ship with 1,900 tourists docks at port, 4 more expected

Three fishermen rescued after 22 days in high seas

They were rescued by a Chinese fishing vessel on December 24. CS Mvurya says search and rescue operation for fourth fisherman still underway.

By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

Three fishermen rescued after 22 days in high seas

Three dead while others injured in a road accident in Taru, Kwale

Death toll in Taru accident rises to three, 22 people hospitalised at Samburu Sub County Hospital.

By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

Three dead while others injured in a road accident in Taru, Kwale

Port records high cargo volumes despite harsh economic times

KPA also recorded reduced ship and container waiting time compared to 2022. Lamu Port expected to tap more business with improved equipment and road network.

By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

Port records high cargo volumes despite harsh economic times

Serene village that tourists throng to learn Digo culture

The serene village, nestled on the third row from the white sandy beaches of the idyllic Diani Beach, is quickly becoming the most visited rural area by foreigners on the Coast.

By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Serene village that tourists throng to learn Digo culture

Kenya elected member of World Heritage Committee

Kenya has been elected member of the World Heritage Committee during the 24th session of the general assembly of state parties in Paris, France.

By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Kenya elected member of World Heritage Committee

Mombasa now readies for water taxis

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamand Nassir plans a modern water transport system to end congestion on the roads.

By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 4 months ago

Mombasa now readies for water taxis

State constructs Sh1.15b bridge to link Funzi island, Msambweni

The government has embarked on the construction of a Sh1.15 billion bridge to link Funzi island and Msambweni mainland in Kwale county.

By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

State constructs Sh1.15b bridge to link Funzi island, Msambweni

Mombasa registers more cargo as KPA ups handling efficiency

Over 29 million tonnes of cargo recorded between January and October on improved efficiency. KPA managing director attributes the performance largely to infrastructure development.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Mombasa registers more cargo as KPA ups handling efficiency

Stakeholders push for joint EAC tourist hub, regional visa

Tourism stakeholders are pushing for the establishment of the East African Community (EAC) as a single tourism destination, in an effort to exploit the region's tourism potential.

By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Stakeholders push for joint EAC tourist hub, regional visa

Residents praise delay of Sh1.4b compensation to clean up list

Residents of Dongo Kundu in Mombasa have praised the national government for halting the compensation for families who will pave the way for the planned special economic zone.

By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Residents praise delay of Sh1.4b compensation to clean up list

Murkomen blames shoddy work, neglect for JKIA leakages

While blaming neglect and shoddy work, Murkomen said a modern terminal will be constructed at JKIA to resolve the problems that have recently plagued the facility.

By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago

Murkomen blames shoddy work, neglect for JKIA leakages

State unveils Sh245 million mango factory in Tana River

The project by the Coast Development Authority is expected to reduce post-harvest losses. The project started in 2017 but was delayed due to inadequate funding.

By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago

State unveils Sh245 million mango factory in Tana River

Murkomen, KPA bosses lead Coast residents to plant 20,000 trees

Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen yesterday led Mombasa residents in planting 10,000 trees in Mikindani, Jomvu sub-county.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 5 months ago

Murkomen, KPA bosses lead Coast residents to plant 20,000 trees

Murkomen, KPA lead tree-planting exercise at the Coast

Murkomen said the State Departments for Roads and Transport will continue planting trees throughout the year and meet respective targets by June next year.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 5 months ago

Murkomen, KPA lead tree-planting exercise at the Coast

Mombasa port expansion pays off as terminals list more cargo

KPA has expanded the new container terminal to include berth numbers 21 and 22. Additional vessels to make calls at the port, with another recent acquisition expected to dock in December.

By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago

Mombasa port expansion pays off as terminals list more cargo

KTB ups efforts to get a larger share of global tourism market

Acting CEO says the country is hosting various marketing forums and roadshows across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Kenyan delegation participated in the annual World Travel Market event in London.

By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago

KTB ups efforts to get a larger share of global tourism market

Hoteliers welcome new levy on Airbnb

Kenya Association of Hotelkeepers and Caterers (KAHC) said the move was sustainable for the fund.

By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

Hoteliers welcome new levy on Airbnb

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