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Nehemiah Okwembah

Boost for tourism as 500 tour operators gather in Malindi

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-10-07 11:43:38

More than 500 tour operators and agents from 39 countries across the world are attending a three-day conference in Malindi, Kilifi County, in efforts to boost the tourism sector.

JSS teachers to petition MPs over their autonomy

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-10-07 12:39:15

Joel Aluku, a Kuppet official from Magarini sub-County, urged the government to grant autonomy to JSS teachers to enable them to perform optimally in their respective institutions.

Kilifi residents protest against Mung'aro's 'frequent reshuffles'

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-10-28 13:08:16

The protests come at a time the county is grappling with an acute water shortage, soaring pending bills and the frequent reshuffling of the cabinet. 

Sh70m marine research training center opened in Malindi

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-10-31 12:47:32

WRTI director Dr Patrick Omondi said the Sh70 million centre will be a hub for science, innovation, and coordination on marine training. 

ODM chiefs declare stand on mini polls

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-11-04 00:00:00

ODM leaders have reiterated that the party will maintain its identity during the November 27 by-elections despite being in the broad-based government.

Court blocks new cases, freezes Mtwapa land

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-11-04 00:00:00

The Environment and Land Court in Malindi has barred all parties involved in the disputed 161-acre parcel of land at the Mtwapa Maweni Settlement Scheme from filing new applications.

Drama as Rabai residents fight over County budget allocation

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-11-14 15:20:08

Residents of Rabai Kisurutini ward engaged in shouting matches over Sh280 million ward development projects at Shikaadabu social hall in Rabai town.

Former CS Aisha Jumwa under investigation for assaulting NGAAF director in Kilifi

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-11-17 12:43:21

Aisha Jumwa is under investigation for allegedly assaulting the National Government Affirmative Action director, Ruth Bendera.

Aisha Jumwa in trouble over alleged assault on govt official in Kilifi

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-11-17 13:16:52

Aisha Jumwa is under investigation for allegedly assaulting National Government Affirmative Action director Ruth Bendera at a funeral in Kaloleni, sparking local outrage over political violence.

Hydrocele: How Kilifi's free surgeries are lifting stigma

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-11-24 06:30:00

Hydrocele, also known as lymphatic filariasis, is one of the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) spread by mosquitoes and causes fluid to accumulate in the male reproductive organs.

Garashi community constructs safe house for SGBV survivors to benefit thousands

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-12-06 11:21:40

The Garashi Resource and Protection Centre with a safe house of 18 bed capacity will also have various facilities and services including counseling, technical training and referral services.

Residents protest delayed Sh2.5b compensation by KAA

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-12-11 08:01:00

The residents claimed that some officials were delaying the payout to add fictitious names to the list of the beneficiaries. 

Kilifi own-source revenue jumps by 25 pc as county strengthens reforms

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-12-11 16:36:58

Kilifi County’s Own Source Revenue (OSR) grew by Sh300 million in the last financial year, marking a 25.2 per cent increase from 2023/2024.

Hidden gem: Mambrui sand dunes offer a Dubai experience at home

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-12-15 12:56:15

Mambrui’s dunes have emerged as a major new tourist attraction in Kilifi County, thanks to their magical desert-meets-sea experience along the Indian Ocean.

24-year-old appointed as Lamu county minister

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-12-16 14:50:17

In a society that has for decades held patriarchal leadership in high regard, Sabrina Mkare Jefwa's appointment to Lamu County's cabinet is no mean feat.

Thousands in dire need of food aid in Kilifi

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-12-18 11:43:15

Thousands of families in some parts of Kilifi are facing starvation following a drought that has hit the county. 

Fashion enthusiasts in Malindi to explore opportunities

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2025-12-19 07:59:00

This week the Malindi Moda fashion show was held at Lions Luxury Eco Resort and Spa.

Kilifi learners benefit from Sh.8.5 million NGAAF scholarship

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2026-01-06 11:30:16

At least 900 learners in Kilifi County have benefited from Sh.8.5 million National Government Affirmative Action (NGAAF) scholarship as schools reopen.

Kilifi leaders split over dissolution of PAA party

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2026-02-03 12:31:17

PAA Secretary General Kazungu Tungule claimed that a section of UDA leaders were saboteurs of the coastal political unity and were behind the push to have the party dissolved.

Sacked workers of Italia Space Agency move to court

By Nehemiah Okwembah   2026-02-04 15:22:30

At least fourteen former employees of the Italian Space Agency in Magarini Sub-County, Kilifi County, have moved to court, accusing the agency of unfair termination of employment.