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Built environment professionals and stakeholders have called for a shift from reactive approaches to deliberate planning and development of resilient cities and communities. Speaking at the Architectural Association of Kenya Convention in Diani on behalf of Principal Secretary for Housing Charles M. Hinga, Acting Housing Secretary QS Cassius Kusienya, MBS, said Kenya’s rapidly growing towns are facing increasing pressure from climate change, inadequate infrastructure and unplanned development. Mr.Hinga said climate stress is already evident through flooding, failed drainage systems, rising temperatures, saline water sources, damaged roads and settlements located in vulnerable areas. On his part, Architects Chapter of Kenya President George A. Ndege said professionals must move beyond reacting to vulnerability and instead focus on designing, planning and building communities capable of adapting to future challenges. Mr.Hinga said financing remains a major challen...

For Mollyn Anyango (not her real name), taking amoxicillin has become an almost routine response to any common cold, flu or persistent headaches. The Mikindani Estate resident says she rarely visits a health facility whenever sick or down with flu or cold,She instead, she turns to over-the-counter medication, which she says provides temporary relief. “Anytime I feel a headache, or flu I just go to a nearby dispensing  chemist and buy any antibiotics I want.They never ask me any question",she says. Anyango who works at an Export Processing Zone in Changamwe, has been self medicating for as long as she can remember.She sometimes increases the dosage or switches to another brand.Her reliance on amoxicillin has gradually become a habit.Any sign of illness, amoxicillin is her sure bet dosage. Her experience, however, highlights a wider public health concern of the growing culture of self-medication and inappropriate use of medicines, which experts warn can contribute to the...

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two officers attached to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Kipkelion Sub-County Offices over allegations of soliciting and receiving a bribe. The suspects, Corporal Wesley Korir and Corporal Christopher Maina, allegedly demanded Ksh 500,000 from a complainant in exchange for terminating a murder case against him. EACC said after preliminary investigations, it mounted an operation that led to the arrest of the suspects on Thursday while receiving Ksh 120,000. "The suspect were processed at South Rift Regional Office and later released on a cash bail of Kes30,000 pending completion of investigations",Said DCI.

More than 90 investors have expressed interest in investing in the Dongo Kundu Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Mombasa, with proposed investments spanning the gas, pharmaceutical and steel industries. Speaking during an official tour of the Dongo Kundu SEZ on Thursday, Transport Permanent Secretary Mohammed Dagar said the project had already attracted several investors, including Taifa Gas and Milly Glass. “Currently, we have Taifa Gas from an investor from our good neighbours, Tanzania. We have Milly Glass and other industries that are already on site,” Dagar said. Dagar praised President William Ruto's administration for what he described as a major project that will transform the Coast region by attracting investment and creating employment opportunities. The PS said the Dongo Kundu SEZ is expected to create about 40,000 jobs once fully completed. He further said the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) is currently constructing a berth at the SEZ, with completion ...

Two court officials from Eldoret and Nakuru Law Courts have been arrested for allegedly receiving Ksh 20,000 bribe. The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), arrested a Court Assistant Ms. Linet Okungu attached to a Magistrate’s Court , after allegedly receiving Ksh 20,000. The cash was part of a bribe sought to facilitate the issuance of a stay order stopping the auction of a parcel of land in a matter pending before the court. The arrest followed a complaint by a court user who alleged that a Magistrate had demanded Kes50,000 to secure the stay order.  "The suspect was processed at Eldoret Police Station and later released on a cash bail of Ksh20,000 pending completion of investigations". In a separate incident in Nakuru, EACC arrested a court process server attached to the Nakuru Law Courts Civil Registry for allegedly soliciting and receiving a bribe to allocate a convenient mention date for a complainant’s case. Mr. Benard Ngen...

The Parliamentary Liaison Committee is meeting in Mombasa to fast-track key House business as Parliament enters its final year before adjourning for the 2027 General Election. Led by Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss, the lawmakers are seeking to accelerate key legislation, budget matters and committee work ahead of the elections. Boss said the committee is reviewing unfinished business and exploring ways of ensuring that critical matters are completed before Parliament adjourns in June 2027. She added that Parliament is also considering whether additional Accounts Committees may be necessary to speed up the scrutiny of government expenditure and clear the existing backlog. “We have been able to align our activities, which is why we meet yearly as a Liaison Committee. Before, we had legal challenges as a committee, for example, on the Public Accounts Committee, but we were able to abide by the law,” she said. The Deputy Speaker also reiterated that the Independent Elec...

Mr. Amir Hussein Hafidh, husband of Tanzania President Samia Hassan has died. The announcement was made today Monday,7th September 2026,  by the country's vice president Mr. Deogratious Ndejembi. Mr Ndejembi said Hafidh died at 8am at Emilio Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar, where he was receiving treatment for a heart condition. President Dr. William Ruto sent his condolences to Tanzania following the death of the 1st Gentleman. President Ruto said "Kenya stands with our Tanzanian brothers and sisters in this moment of grief. May Almighty God comfort President Samia and her family, give them strength through this difficult time, and grant Hafidh Ameir Hassan eternal rest" . #Tanzania #SamiaSuluhu #Ruto #Zanzibar

Center for Litigation Trust (CFLT) has condemned the recent abduction of Standard group Editor Alex Kiprotich. The  independent Pan-African public interest law center emphasized the need for Journalists to be protected to be able to perform their duties.  The Trust's Executive Director Mr. Julius Ogogoh further demanded the government to issue a public statement rejecting forced dissapearance and abductions. "We are also troubled by the chilling video footage showing armed individuals mercilessly abducting Mr Kiprotich, a Senior Journalist who was later found dumped near Masinga Dam in Machakos", said Mr Ogogoh.  Mr Ogogoh further appealed to President William Ruto to reaffirm to Kenyans, his administration's commitment to constitutionalism and the rule of law.  "The President needs to assure the country of an independent, impartial and thorough investigations into the abduction of Mr. Kiprotich. We demand that those found responsible shou...

Detectives from the Land Fraud Investigation Unit (LFIU) have arrested a mother and her daughter for allegedly a Ksh 40 million land fraud shcheme in Karatani. Mary Muthoni Njogu and her daughter Veronica Wambui Ng’ang’a,  were arrested  following complaint lodged by a family member. According to DCI report, the suspects had deceitfully transferred valuable parcels of family land in Karatina, estimated at approximately Sh40 million, into their own names and those of associated companies.  "Through meticulous investigations, it was uncovered that the suspects executed secret transfers from 2020 to 2023, deliberately excluding other family members from the transactions".  Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (ODPP) directed that the suspects be charged with Conspiracy to defraud and fraudulent procurement of title. The two suspects were set to be arraigned at the Karatina Law Courts.

Digital taxi drivers in Mombasa have issued a three-day ultimatum to ride-hailing company Bolt to reverse recently reduced fares, warning that they will shut down the platform if their demands are not addressed. The drivers also protested the introduction of a new basic category, which they say will see customers pay as little as Ksh220 per trip. Led by Coast Digital Drivers Federation Chairman Thomas Were, the drivers said the new pricing structure is unsustainable, especially amid rising living costs, fuel expenses, vehicle maintenance costs and inflation. “Drivers are really suffering with those Bolt prices. We came here to present our memorandum and, if they ignore us, we will take action as riders to shut down their app,” Were said. Among their demands is the abolition of the basic category in the Coast region and the review and implementation of a proposed minimum pricing structure. They are also calling for fair and guaranteed compensation for waiting tim...

A team of 14 riders from Starehe Boys' Centre and School has arrived in Mombasa after cycling more than 1,100 kilometres from Busia to raise funds to support the education of students at Starehe Boys and its sister school, Starehe Girls’ Centre. The cyclists undertook the 14-day charity ride dubbed “The Dr. Geoffrey Griffin Bike-A-Thon”, an initiative aimed at raising funds for the two institutions while honouring their founder, Dr. Geoffrey Griffin. The team’s Technical Director and Starehe alumnus, Ian Hicho, described the journey as challenging but rewarding. “It has been a crazy ride in everything you can think of in terms of mountains, trucks and more trucks, but we are all well and here we are in the great city of Mombasa,” Hicho said. He appealed to well-wishers to continue supporting the initiative, saying the funds raised will help provide educational opportunities for students at the two schools. Among the riders are 17-year-old Grade Nine twin bro...

Al-Shifaa Media FC have been crowned #SisiNiDola Super Cup champions, taking home the KSh1 million grand prize after beating Green Eagles 2-1 in a thrilling final played on Friday at Mombasa Sports Club. Lawrence Dady opened the scoring in the 25th minute to give Al-Shifaa the lead before the teams headed into the half-time break. Mohammed Juma doubled Al-Shifaa’s advantage in the 50th minute, putting the champions in a commanding position. Green Eagles fought back in the 75th minute when Swaleh Yanga converted a penalty to reduce the deficit, but Al-Shifaa held on to secure the title. Fayaz Bakers forward Joshua Oyoo finished as the tournament’s top scorer with five goals, while Green Eagles goalkeeper William Mandada was named the best goalkeeper. Al-Shifaa coach Nassir Hassan was named the tournament’s best coach. Green Eagles, who finished runners-up, received KSh500,000, while third-placed Azam FC pocketed KSh250,000.

A 54-year-old man has been arrested in Changamwe, Mombasa County for allegedly possessing a forged Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). According to DCI, the suspect Awange Oscar Akoth was nabbed by detectives following investigations into the alleged forgery and use of a fraudulent KCSE certificate in connection with his employment at the Kenya Railways Corporation. His arrest comes after a two-year investigation, according to the DCI. The case came to light after Kenya Railways undertook an authentication exercise of academic and professional certificates presented by its employees. During the exercise, Akoth’s KCSE certificate, purportedly issued by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), was flagged for further scrutiny. "Verification by KNEC subsequently confirmed that certificate number 624785, purportedly issued in 1993, had been forged" said DCI in their official Facebook page. Detectives established that grades in three sub...

Human rights defenders in Mombasa have demanded the arrest of people they allege were captured on camera assaulting activists and journalists during Wednesday’s chaos at the Mombasa County Assembly. A human rights defender affiliated with Vocal Africa was injured during the confrontation and rushed to Pandya Memorial Hospital for treatment. A Nation Media Group photojournalist, Karim Rajan, was also allegedly attacked while documenting youths who were attempting to access the Assembly grounds to present a memorandum. Speaking to journalists outside the hospital, the rights defenders, led by Vocal Africa chief executive officer Khalid Hussein, said the alleged attackers were known and should be arrested and investigated for assault. Mr Hussein also accused police officers at the scene of failing to take action against the alleged attackers despite witnessing the confrontation. “We are warning the police that they should take heed of what the IG said about police officers tak...

Detectives from the Operations Support Unit (OSU) have arrested six suspects and rescued three Indian and Pakistani nationals who had been reported missing after arriving in Kenya on August 5, 2026. The three were traced to a two-bedroom house in Ruiru’s Fort Jesus area, Kiambu County, following intelligence-led investigations into a suspected human trafficking case. According to DCI, preliminary investigations established that after being cleared at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), the trio left the airport in a taxi allegedly arranged by their receiver, who was waiting for them in Ruiru. "They were subsequently taken to the house, where they were allegedly held incommunicado" . DCI said the arrested are  one Indian national Avtar Singh, Ali Khashif and Syed Shujaat Hussein, both Pakistani nationals; and Stephen Karomo and Damaris Katulu Daudi, both Kenyans.  "A Kenyan minor, who was allegedly working as a house help, was also found at...

Coast-based civil society organizations have called for an immediate investigation into allegations that Members of Parliament were bribed during the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. In a joint statement issued in Mombasa on Tuesday, the organizations urged legislators who have publicly claimed that money exchanged hands during the impeachment process to formally record statements with the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and provide any evidence in their possession. The groups led by Muslims for Human Rights (MUHURI) and Haki Africa, cited recent public remarks by National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed, Senator Richard Onyonka, Senator Dan Maanzo and Senator Karungo Thangwa, saying the allegations are too serious to be dismissed as political rhetoric. "Any lawmaker alleging that Members of Parliament received bribes during the impeachment process must be prepared to record formal statements with investigative agencies and p...

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has commended the judiciary for sentencing a man to two years in jail for vandalizing road infrastructure in Mariakani,Kilifi county.  Fredrick Rakoro was arrested earlier in the week by the Axle Load Enforcement Highway Unit (ALEHU), Coast Region while vandalizing drainage infrastructure and removing reinforcement bars from a newly constructed section of the Mombasa–Mariakani (A8) Highway near Jomvu.  According to KENHA, Rakoro was arraigned before the Mombasa Law Courts, where he pleaded guilty to the offence under Section 24 of the Scrap Metal Act, 2015 (Act No. 1 of 2015). He was sentenced to two years' imprisonment at Shimo La Tewa Prison without the option of a fine, after pleading guilty. KeNHA also strongly warned against all acts of vandalism and theft of road infrastructure which, not only, undermines public investment but also endangers the safety of road users as well as compromise the integrity ...

Police have  arrested two suspected drug traffickers and a consignment of cannabis sativa recovered following a coordinated operation by officers from Mariakani Police Station in Kilifi County. The officers intercepted a motorcycle ferrying the narcotics at Njoro area of Mariakani Township, leading to the arrest of Ali Mbaji alias “Mkadinali” and Rashid Mustafa alias “Malalo.” Police recovered 59 and 25 large rolls of bhang respectively, bringing the total haul to 84 large rolls. The suspects are in police custody, undergoing processing pending arraignment.  "Meanwhile, the recovered narcotics and the motorcycle have been detained as exhibits", reads police report.

Chief Justice Martha Koome has launched a raft of justice sector reforms aimed at enhancing coordination, improving service delivery and accelerating Kenya's transition to a fully digital and paperless justice system. Speaking during the launch of the reforms and the opening of the 38th National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) meeting in Mombasa, Koome said technology would play a central role in making justice more accessible, transparent and efficient.  Koome said the Judiciary has already integrated its Case Tracking System with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions' Uadilifu Case Management System, while also establishing digital platforms for the Kenya Prisons Service, Probation and Aftercare Service, and other justice sector agencies to enable seamless sharing of information.  "The time has come for us, as a justice sector, to embrace electronically authenticated documents and progressively transition away from pape...