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Cut from the same cloth: US lecturer, his nephew ignite fight for justice in Kenya

In a letter dated June 29, Prof Ndiang'ui described the United Kingdom's decision to host the Kenyan president as "a betrayal of human rights and an insult to Kenyans."

By Willis Oketch 1 month ago

Joho leads Coast MPs in Ruto campaign

The political campaign was capped with fund drives for women and youth where Kindiki dished out huge amounts of money from President Ruto.

By Willis Oketch 1 month ago

US lecturer urges UK not to host President Ruto

A US-based lecturer has written to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, urging him not to host President William Ruto, citing a contradiction with Britain's professed democratic values.

By Willis Oketch 1 month ago

Kuppet cancels strike push on pledge of talks

Kuppet has suspended a strike notice issued last month after the Teachers Service Commission called for talks on Wednesday.

By Willis Oketch 1 month ago

Why principals want school fees reviewed after every three years

Headteachers say move will be in line with the current economic trends in the country. Principals vow to embrace flexibility, creativity while implementing senior school pathways.

By Willis Oketch 1 month ago

CS: Kenya set to meet ideal teacher-to-pupil ratio

Dr Ogamba said, currently, the ratio stands at 1:29, but the government is working to bridge this gap and achieve the international standard.

By Willis Oketch 1 month ago

Grade 10 transition to dominate head teachers annual conference

Uncertainty over the subjects in senior secondary school and capitation are among issues expected to dominate this year's secondary school heads conference.

By Willis Oketch 1 month ago

Used car importers challenge KRA's new tax formula

Used car traders have filed a lawsuit at the High Court in Mombasa to stop the Kenya Revenue Authority's (KRA) new tax rule on imported cars from taking effect on July 1.

By Willis Oketch 1 month ago

Victims families still grieving as traders struggle to rebuild recoup losses

Five people were killed and over 50 injured in Mombasa during the protests. Some businesses are yet to reopen while some buildings still bear the scars.

By Philip Mwakio and Willis Oketch 1 month ago

Two Air Force officers die after military aircraft crashes in Kwale

Two Kenya Air Force officers killed after a military aircraft crashes in Viramboni village, Kwale, investigations ongoing, Commissioner Stephen Orinde says.

By Willis Oketch 1 month ago

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Court's 14 rules for suspects' safety in custody

A High Court Judge in Mombasa spelt out 14 rules to be implemented in police cells to ensure the safety and rights of suspects in remand pending trial.

By Joackim Bwana and Willis Oketch 2 months ago

American scholar recalls last moment with Prof Ngugi

Even in the last hours of his life, Prof Ngugi wa Thiong'o kept on emphasizing the importance of mother tongue and advised members of his community not to forget writing in Gikuyu.

By Willis Oketch 2 months ago

Iconic Mombasa tusks almost collapsing after neglect

The iconic artificial elephant tusks along Moi Avenue, one of the major tourist attraction sites in the port city of Mombasa, are on the verge of collapsing due to lack of maintenance.

By Joackim Bwana, Willis Oketch 2 months ago

Investor embroiled in legal battles over Galana Kulalu land arrested

The director of Sahal Agro-Holdings Limited, who is embroiled in a fierce legal battle over a 100,000-acre parcel of land at Galana Kulalu, was arrested on Friday.

By Willis Oketch 2 months ago

Man charged with stealing property worth Sh6.9 million from employer

Police in Mombasa have arrested an employee of a company in Changamwe on suspicion he stole the company's property worth Sh6.9 million.

By Willis Oketch 2 months ago

Concerns as Mombasa Island gradually turns into a residential city

Urbanisation worries rise as Mombasa Island shifts toward residential dominance.

By Willis Oketch 2 months ago

Macadamia industry recovers following ban on raw exports

In macadamia-rich regions, such as Meru and Embu, some farmers are reportedly fetching as much as Sh130 per kilo through direct sales to licensed processors.

By Willis Oketch 3 months ago

AI Integration in public service won't cost jobs, assures deputy head Gathecha

Deputy Head of Public Service Amos Gathecha has assured civil servants that the integration of Artificial Intelligence into public administration will not render them jobless.

By Willis Oketch 3 months ago

Squatters stop government from fresh allocation at stalled scheme

The Malindi high court has ordered the Ministry of Lands officials not to reduce any acreage of land which was allocated to 177 squatters at Kidutani in Mtwapa, Kilifi county.

By Willis Oketch 3 months ago

Kenya, Ethiopia ink free-cross border trade agreement

Kenya prioritises the Lapsset corridor to facilitate Ethiopia's shipments.

By Willis Oketch 3 months ago

Blame game over sinking Mombasa building

At the scene of the sinking building, the notice board with details of the designer and architecture was removed on Wednesday night, pointing to a conspiracy to cover up the crime.

By Willis Oketch and Patrick Beja 4 months ago

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Signs of cover-up as blame shifts over collapsed Mombasa building

A partner of the firm that designed the 11-storey building brought down by soldiers in Mombasa is the county architect who stamps all building plans before they are approved.

By Willis Oketch and Patrick Beja 4 months ago

Questions as KDF brings down teetering 11-storey building

Mombasa City was a ghost town for seven hours after residents were evacuated to allow for the demolition of a condemned 11-storey building by the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF).

By Willis Oketch and Patrick Beja 4 months ago

Murkomen vows tough measures to end rising coastal gang violence

Just last week, Mombasa Police Commander Maxwel Gogo revealed that at least 100 suspected gang members, including street children, had been arrested since Monday.

By Willis Oketch 4 months ago

Raila: ODM will challenge Ruto in 2027 elections

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on Saturday declared ODM party will field a presidential candidate in the next elections.

By Willis Oketch 4 months ago

Nassir suspends sh700 trucks parking fee at the port over protests

The controversial sh700 port parking fees imposed on each truck entering the Port of Mombasa by the Mombasa County government have been dropped.

By Willis Oketch 4 months ago

Teacher to serve 25 years in jail for defiling minor

The High Court has jailed a teacher for 25 years for defiling a 10-year-old minor at Ufunu Academy in Kisauni Mombasa.

By Willis Oketch 5 months ago

Leaders oppose Kalonzo's choice of Mombasa Wiper official

A section of Wiper supporters at the Coast have opposed Kalonzo Musyoka's endorsement of businessman Dr John Chamia as the Mombasa branch chairman.

By Willis Oketch 5 months ago

Standoff over Sh700 parking levy disrupts Mombasa port activities

The Road Haulers Association (RHA) is opposed to the new levy and has vowed to rally its members not to pick cargo from the port starting Monday.

By Willis Oketch 6 months ago

Muturi hits out at Kuria as 8,000 interns' contracts expire

Muturi said his Moses Kuria, "usurped imaginary powers" to stop employment in the public service, adding that the PSC was an independent body that should be left to do its job.

By Willis Oketch 6 months ago

Senior IEBC official killed in robbery attack

IEBC Kilifi County Election Manager, Aisha Akinyi Abubakar, was on Sunday night attacked and killed in a violent robbery at her home in Utange, Mombasa.

By Philip Mwakio and Willis Oketch 7 months ago

South Sudan cargo stuck at Mombasa port over currency stalemate

South Sudan-bound cargo is stuck at Mombasa port following a disagreement between South Sudan Revenue Authority and importers over which currency should be used to pay taxes.

By Willis Oketch 7 months ago

Kenyan man held at Guantanamo Bay back home

A Kenyan who has been in detention at the United States' Guantanamo Bay in Cuba for nearly two decades after he was linked to terrorism arrived in Mombasa on Tuesday.

By Willis Oketch and Kamau Muthoni 7 months ago

Liberian-flagged ship detained in Mombasa over unpaid debt

A Liberian-flagged ship has been detained at the Port of Mombasa following a warrant of arrest issued by the High Court.

By Willis Oketch 8 months ago

Combating ivory and narcotics trafficking through Mombasa Port

In the last seven years, Kenyan and global security agencies have recorded significant victories in the war against narcotics, ivory, and rhino horns through Kenya's manned and unmanned ports.

By Willis Oketch 8 months ago

Ruto sustains onslaught against critics, defends SHA equipment project

President William Ruto yesterday sustained an assault against those spreading news about the controversial Social Health Authority (SHA) equipment tender.

By Willis Oketch 8 months ago

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How ocean alliances have shaped the shipping industry

Importers also benefited since the cost of shipping went down. Now the alliance is s coming to an end both liners will renew their competition.

By Willis Oketch 8 months ago

Traders upbeat about Israel's new canal project to lower import costs

The Suez Canal is inaccessible due to Houthi rebels targeting ships off Yemen. Cost of importing goods from Europe to Mombasa has tripled, from Sh72,450 to Sh289,800 per ton.

By Willis Oketch 8 months ago

Headteachers lay down tough demands over pay, promotion

Primary school heads demand recognition as principals, call for pay rise, career progression. Kepsha urges government to address teacher recruitment and resource allocation issues.

By Willis Oketch and Nehemiah Okwembah 9 months ago

Why 15,000 primary school heads want to be elevated to principals

Over 15,000 head teachers meeting in Mombasa have called for a change in the education sector's job grading system to allow gradual progression to the Chief Principal post.

By Willis Oketch 9 months ago