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Philip Mwakio

Kwale banks on Sh10b KEMFSED programme to unlock fisheries potential

Kwale county government has embarked on harnessing the fisheries sector to ensure sustainable livelihoods.

By Philip Mwakio 12 days ago

Kwale banks on Sh10b KEMFSED programme to unlock fisheries potential

Kenya's first maritime museum takes shape

Kenya's first maritime museum takes shape

By Philip Mwakio 1 month ago

Woman breaks cultural, religious barriers to work as a tour guide

Woman breaks cultural, religious barriers to work as a tour guide

By Philip Mwakio 1 month ago

Elizabeth Wakesho makes history as Kenya's first certified female captain

Elizabeth Wakesho makes history as Kenya's first certified female captain

By Philip Mwakio 1 month ago

Patient dies by suicide at Coast General Hospital

A patient died by suicide on Sunday at the Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital under unclear circumstances amid reports that he was depressed over accumulating medical bill.

By Philip Mwakio 1 month ago

Patient dies by suicide at Coast General Hospital

CS Miano assures of safety as 1249 tourists dock at Coast

The US issued a travel advisory against parts of the Coast, Nairobi, Rift Valley and along the Somali border, but CS Miano welcomed 1249 cruise ship tourists declaring their safety.

By Philip Mwakio 1 month ago

CS Miano assures of safety as 1249 tourists dock at Coast

Why rabbit farming is the new big thing in Mombasa

Around 10,000 farmers in Mombasa County are engaged in rabbit farming, signaling the growth of cuniculture in the country's smallest county in landmass.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Why rabbit farming is the new big thing in Mombasa

Catholic bishops dedicate Lent to prayers against State injustice

In the campaign christened The Kenya We Deserve, the bishops appeared to wash their hands off the Kenya Kwanza regime.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Catholic bishops dedicate Lent to prayers against State injustice

Third cruise ship docks as Ruto pledges to grow tourist numbers

A third cruise ship of the year docked in Mombasa yesterday as the focus of State agencies and investors in the tourism sector shifted to optimising the sector showing signs of recovering.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Third cruise ship docks as Ruto pledges to grow tourist numbers

Ruto bets on tourism to spur foreign investment, economic growth

President William Ruto has said Kenya will continue to market the country as a top tourist destination to spur foreign investment and stimulate economic growth.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Ruto bets on tourism to spur foreign investment, economic growth

Kenya earns record Sh452b as tourist arrivals hit 2.4m in 2024

Kenya received a record 2.4 million international tourists in 2024, representing a 15 per cent increase compared to 2023.

By Graham Kajilwa, Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Kenya earns record Sh452b as tourist arrivals hit 2.4m in 2024

Cruise ship season begins with two docking

It was double joy at the Port of Mombasa this week after two cruise ships docked with a total of 1,600 passengers plus crew.

By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago

Cruise ship season begins with two docking

The shipwreck dilemma off Mombasa coast

While the shipwrecks that sunk many years ago offer a tourist attraction, experts say they pose a danger to ships entering Mombasa Port.

By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

The shipwreck dilemma off Mombasa coast

Time is ripe for maritime investment

The Kenyan maritime industry is growing and there is a need for services such as marine transport which can reap huge returns for investors, experts say.

By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

Time is ripe for maritime investment

Why Mariakani is the new property hotspot in Kilifi

Mariakani derives from the Kamba name for quivers "mathyakani" as it was the hiding place for quivers by long-distance traders before entering Mombasa.

By Philip Mwakio 3 months ago

Why Mariakani is the new property hotspot in Kilifi

Hoteliers eye conferences to grow numbers

At least 10 charter flights are flying to Mombasa, boosting the nascent meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) tourism at the Coast region.

By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Hoteliers eye conferences to grow numbers

Mombasa port handled record 41.1m tonnes of cargo in 2024

Mombasa port handled record 41.1m tonnes of cargo in 2024, says KPA boss.

By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 4 months ago

Mombasa port handled record 41.1m tonnes of cargo in 2024

Long-awaited Sh2.6b Shimoni Fish Port nears completion

The Sh2.6 billion Shimoni Fish Port project in Kwale will be complete by March this year.

By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 4 months ago

Long-awaited Sh2.6b Shimoni Fish Port nears completion

Why Sh1.4b cruise ship terminal is yet to bear fruit for Kenyans

Three years later, a terminal with a 2,000-passenger has not attracted adequate business. In 2023, Kenya had five cruise ship visiting compared to 43 in Durban, South Africa.

By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Why Sh1.4b cruise ship terminal is yet to bear fruit for Kenyans

Joho threatens critics as Kindiki calls for youth mentorship

Cabinet Secretary Hassan Ali Joho has warned online critics of the government as Deputy President Kithure Kindiki urged for mentorship.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Joho threatens critics as Kindiki calls for youth mentorship

Sugarcane farmers hail plan for annual bonus payout in reforms

Sugarcane farmers have hailed the government's plan for an annual bonus payment similar to that paid to their tea and coffee counterparts.

By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Sugarcane farmers hail plan for annual bonus payout in reforms

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 4 months ago

Senior IEBC official killed in robbery attack

Sugarcane farmers welcome Ruto's promise to pay bonus in January

Sugarcane farmers Sunday hailed President William Ruto's plan to pay bonus by the end of January, as the best New Year's gift ever.

By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Sugarcane farmers welcome Ruto's promise to pay bonus in January

Businesses and tourism reap big from Sh30b Dongo Kundu bypass

The Sh30 billion bypass has opened up the South Coast to business, agriculture and housing ventures as it provides a direct connection to Mombasa without having to use the Likoni ferries.

By Philip Mwakio 4 months ago

Businesses and tourism reap big from Sh30b Dongo Kundu bypass

Modernising Kenya Navy key to national security, says Ruto

President William Ruto has reiterated his government's commitment to ensure the Kenya Defence Forces and in particular the Kenya Navy, is modernised to continue discharging its duties effectively.

By Philip Mwakio 5 months ago

Modernising Kenya Navy key to national security, says Ruto

Coast sugarcane output rises on good rains

Coast-based Kwale International Sugar Company Ltd (Kiscol) has seen increased cane output from its 1,500 contracted out-grower farmers.

By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 5 months ago

Coast sugarcane output rises on good rains

Global real estate investors find sweet spot in alluring Watamu

Watamu stands out as the premier destination on the Kenyan Coast, boasting white sandy beaches, crystal-clear blue waters, abundant marine life, and a vibrant cultural heritage.

By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

Global real estate investors find sweet spot in alluring Watamu

Mombasa own source revenue increases by Sh90 billion

Mombasa county's own-source revenue grew by Sh90 billion from last year, marking its biggest growth since the advent of devolution Trade CEC Mohamed Osman has said.

By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

Mombasa own source revenue increases by Sh90 billion

Lt Col Faith Mwagandi: Shattering glass ceiling in the military

Lt Col Mwagandi made history in 2019 as the commander of a Kenya Navy warship, becoming the first woman to take command of a naval warship in Kenya's military history.

By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 6 months ago

Lt Col Faith Mwagandi: Shattering glass ceiling in the military

Endarasha Academy pupil among 142 feted during Mashujaa Day

Luiz Ngumo was the youngest hero seated among the 142 heroes and heroines who graced the Mashujaa Day celebration led by President William Ruto in Kwale Stadium.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

Endarasha Academy pupil among 142 feted during Mashujaa Day

Tanzania beats Kenya in latest tourism awards

Tanzania's Serengeti National Park was adjudged Africa's leading national park with Mount Kilimanjaro taking the title of Africa's leading tourist attraction.

By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

Tanzania beats Kenya in latest tourism awards

Traders rake in profits in Kwale on Mashujaa Day

It was booming businesses for hoteliers and traders in Kwale during this year's Mashujaa Day celebrations. Hoteliers reported between 98 and 100 percent bookings for over a week.

By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

Traders rake in profits in Kwale on Mashujaa Day

Ruto promises goodies for Coast region at Mashujaa fete

A mass resettlement of thousands of landless families at the Coast is set to start after the government announced that it had set aside Sh1.5 billion for the exercise.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

Ruto promises goodies for Coast region at Mashujaa fete

Mombasa port cargo up 12 per cent as Dar, Durban hit by congestion

The volume of cargo processed by the Port of Mombasa in the first nine months this year grew by over 12 per cent, despite intense rivalry from neighbouring harbours

By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago

Mombasa port cargo up 12 per cent as Dar, Durban hit by congestion

Mining CS Joho dragged into Maritime agency wars

Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho has been drawn into the internal power struggles at the Kenya Maritime Authority, which recently saw the ouster of Director General Martin Munga.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 7 months ago

Mining CS Joho dragged into Maritime agency wars

Panga wielding gangs threaten Malindi tourism sector growth

Players in the tourism sector in Malindi have cited rising cases of insecurity in the resort town as an impediment to expanding of the sector.

By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago

Panga wielding gangs threaten Malindi tourism sector growth

Boost for cotton farmers as Kwale county constructs ginnery

Kwale county government has embarked on construction of a model ginnery in Msambweni sub-county.

By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago

Boost for cotton farmers as Kwale county constructs ginnery

KMA board sends home director general Martin Munga

Kenya Maritime Authority board of directors has kicked out Director General Martin Munga following protracted boardroom wars

By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 7 months ago

KMA board sends home director general Martin Munga

Kwale County to build Sh750m industrial park

The county government of Kwale will establish a Sh750 million industrial park to boost investment and economic growth.

By Philip Mwakio 8 months ago

Kwale County to build Sh750m industrial park

Kwale governor demands Sh2.9b mining royalties

Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani is demanding Sh2.9 billion mining royalties held by the National Treasury since 2016

By Philip Mwakio 8 months ago

Kwale governor demands Sh2.9b mining royalties

Calls to State to restore iconic Mombasa's Old Town's beauty

The iconic Old Town, or Mji wa Kale, is now a shadow of its former self. Sewage flows through the alleys, posing a serious threat to the health of both residents and visitors.

By Philip Mwakio 8 months ago

Calls to State to restore iconic Mombasa's Old Town's beauty

Africa's aviation posts improved performance

The aviation industry in Africa has continued to perform strongly with increased passenger traffic and operational efficiency, the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has reported.

By Philip Mwakio 8 months ago

Africa's aviation posts improved performance

New book on Mekatilili set to be launched

The new book, titled Empress of Revolt -fight for the Motherland's soul, is set to be officially released this Friday in Mombasa.

By Philip Mwakio 9 months ago

New book on Mekatilili set to be launched

Ruto: State to build Sh100 billion fixed bridge in Mombasa County

President William Ruto says the government secured Sh100 billion from Japan to construct the Mombasa Gate bridge in the Liwatoni area.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 9 months ago

Ruto: State to build Sh100 billion fixed bridge in Mombasa County

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