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Philip Mwakio

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 24 days 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

By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 28 days ago

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

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

By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 29 days ago

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

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

By Philip Mwakio 29 days ago

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 30 days 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 2 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 3 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 3 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 3 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 3 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 3 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 3 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 3 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 3 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 6 months ago

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

Gedi Ruins listed as Kenya's eighth Unesco World Heritage Site

The historic town and archaeological site was inscribed on Unesco's world heritage sites list during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee held in New Delhi, India.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

Gedi Ruins listed as Kenya's eighth Unesco World Heritage Site

High cost of training locks Kenyans out of sea jobs

Kenyan seafarers placed onboard ships since 2021 are 3,500 with 2,700 recruited between 2023 and 2024.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

High cost of training locks Kenyans out of sea jobs

Three Kenyan fishermen arrested over illegal fishing of sharks in Madagascar

The boat was found carrying 5,210 kilograms of fresh sharks, 135 kilograms of salted sharks and 70 kilograms of shark fins.

By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

Three Kenyan fishermen arrested over illegal fishing of sharks in Madagascar

Karigithu says cost of maritime courses locks out youth from jobs

Thousands of youths are missing out on maritime jobs due to the high cost of training, Kenya's special envoy for maritime and blue economy Nancy Karigithu, has said.

By Patrick Beja and Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

Karigithu says cost of maritime courses locks out youth from jobs

State hasn't leased out swathes of Kwale mine land, says PS

Huge tracts of land initially leased to Base Titanium Ltd in Kwale County have not been re-leased to other investors, Mining PS Elijah Mwangi has said.

By Philip Mwakio 6 months ago

State hasn't leased out swathes of Kwale mine land, says PS

Running battles as protesters and police clash in Mombasa

The youthful protestors first converged at the iconic Elephant Tusks along Moi Avenue and carried placards denouncing the government's proposed taxes.

By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago

Running battles as protesters and police clash in Mombasa

How a floating hotel 'gamble' has paid off

It lies in the middle of the channel between Lamu Old Town and Shella-Manda, 700 metres from the shore, where you need a boat to ferry you over.

By Philip Mwakio 7 months ago

How a floating hotel 'gamble' has paid off

State enhances surveillance of mineral exports to curb smuggling

The government will strengthen monitoring systems to check the compliance standards for the documentation of mineral exports and imports at the port of Mombasa.

By Philip Mwakio 8 months ago

State enhances surveillance of mineral exports to curb smuggling

Fishermen receive Sh1.1 billion compensation over Lamu port project

KPA said it has wired a total of Sh1.1 billion to fishermen adversely affected by dredging activities at Kilalani to construct three berths of the port.

By Philip Mwakio 8 months ago

Fishermen receive Sh1.1 billion compensation over Lamu port project

Win for Mombasa as KPA starts to collect levies from ships, lories

KPA indicated that it will start charging at least Sh27,000 effective May 15.

By Philip Mwakio and Patrick Beja 9 months ago

Win for Mombasa as KPA starts to collect levies from ships, lories

Coast on high alert as cyclone Hidaya weakens after landfall

KMD boss David Gikungu said the Kenyan Coast will not feel the impact of the cyclone as earlier anticipated.

By Philip Mwakio, Patrick Beja and Joackim Bwana 9 months ago

Coast on high alert as cyclone Hidaya weakens after landfall

Tourism players fault Mutua over hotel classification

Stakeholders in the tourism industry have hit out at Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua over remarks on hotel classification.

By Philip Mwakio 9 months ago

Tourism players fault Mutua over hotel classification

Coast hoteliers anxious as agency issues alert over rising sea level

Kenya Marine Fisheries Research Institute has issued an alert over the rising water level in the Indian Ocean, making its way into hotels and other establishments along the beach at the Coast.

By Philip Mwakio 9 months ago

Coast hoteliers anxious as agency issues alert over rising sea level

Tourism players differ over KWS plan to hire out national park sites

KWS plans to lease at least 13 tourist camps to private investors as part of arrangements to boost its revenues.

By Philip Mwakio 9 months ago

Tourism players differ over KWS plan to hire out national park sites

State lauded for efforts to reverse tourism fortunes

The industry is on the mend after a prolonged downturn occasioned by the Covid-19 pandemic but more needs to be done for a complete turnaround.

By Philip Mwakio 9 months ago

State lauded for efforts to reverse tourism fortunes

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